“Dating” means youre going on dates. You are actively getting out there and meeting people and spending time with them. “Dating someone” means youre seeing somebody specific, with purpose and on a regular basis. Youre spending time with a person (or persons) in hopes of finding a committed relationship.

What does it mean when he says youre dating?

He says: Were dating. He means: Weve spent at least five nights together, at least one of which has ended in sexual contact. But in no way are we exclusive. He says: Were seeing each other.