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mermaiding
What does mermaiding mean?
Mermaiding is disappearing without warning after a sustained close relationship, slipping away like a mermaid diving beneath the surface.
"Everything was great for months, then she mermaided out of nowhere."
Origin
From a mermaid diving out of sight into the sea.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'mermaiding' mean?
It's suddenly vanishing on someone after a long, close, intimate relationship, disappearing without explanation.
How is mermaiding different from ghosting?
Ghosting usually happens early on, while mermaiding is a sudden disappearance after months of a genuine, established connection.
Why is it called mermaiding?
Because the person slips away out of sight like a mermaid diving beneath the surface of the sea.
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