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black cat
What does black cat mean?
A person with an enigmatic, hard-to-read, self-sufficient personality in a relationship, often paired conceptually with a 'golden retriever' type. Alluring but low-key.
"He's the black cat and she's the golden retriever, and somehow it just works."
Origin
A TikTok personality-typing trend from the 2020s.
Frequently asked questions
What is a black cat partner?
It's a mysterious, aloof, self-sufficient person in a relationship who's hard to read and keeps you guessing, alluring but low-key.
What is a black cat paired with?
It's usually contrasted with a 'golden retriever' partner, who is warm, loyal, and openly affectionate.
Where does the black cat dating trend come from?
It's a TikTok personality-typing trend from the 2020s.
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