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friend zone
What does friend zone mean?
The situation in which one person wants a romantic relationship but the other regards them only as a friend.
"He confessed his feelings but got firmly friend-zoned."
Origin
Popularized by the sitcom 'Friends' in 1994.
Frequently asked questions
What does friend zone mean?
It's the situation where one person wants romance but the other sees them only as a friend, leaving the feelings unrequited.
What does it mean to be friend-zoned?
It means the person you're interested in has made clear they only want friendship, not a romantic relationship.
Where did friend zone come from?
The term was popularized by the sitcom 'Friends' in 1994.
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