The Open Dictionary

dalliance

noun

UK/ˈdæl.i.əns/
US/ˈdæl.i.əns/

Definitions of dalliance noun

  1. CountableUncountablehumorous

    A short-lived or unserious sexual relationship, often implying a playful or flirtatious encounter.

  2. CountableUncountable

    A brief involvement or interest in an activity or belief that is not intended to be long-lasting or serious.

    • The artist's brief dalliance with abstract expressionism influenced his later works.

    • The company had a short dalliance with the cryptocurrency market before quickly abandoning it.

    • She had a brief dalliance with theatre in her youth, but ultimately chose a different career path.