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eclipsing
What does eclipsing mean?
Eclipsing is taking on the interests, tastes, and habits of a person you're dating, sometimes to the point of losing your own.
"He never liked climbing until he met her, now he's fully eclipsing."
Origin
From an eclipse, where one body is overshadowed by another.
Frequently asked questions
What is eclipsing in a relationship?
It's taking on a new partner's hobbies, tastes, and habits, sometimes so much that you overshadow and lose your own interests.
Where does the term eclipsing come from?
It comes from an eclipse, where one body is overshadowed by another, mirroring how one partner's identity can overshadow yours.
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