platonic relationship
/pləˈtɒnɪk rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪp/ · plə·tɒ·nɪk·rɪ·leɪ·ʃən·ʃɪp
noun
- A relationship that is purely spiritual or intellectual, lacking romantic or sexual attraction. Their friendship was a platonic relationship, built on mutual respect and shared interests.
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Did you know? The phrase "platonic love" was popularized in the 19th century by the philosopher John Stuart Mill, who used it to describe a deep, non-physical affection that transcended physical desire.