Discreet dating glossary

What does One-night stand mean in dating?

A one-night stand is a single sexual encounter with no expected continuation.

One-night stand.

It is a more specific phrase than hookup because it explicitly suggests one occasion. People may still exchange messages afterwards, but another meeting is not part of the initial expectation.

How it may appear in a profile

“Open to a one-night stand while travelling.”
“Not looking for a one-night stand; I prefer something recurring.”
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