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ick
01
used to express disgust or distaste toward something unpleasant or repulsive
Examples
Ick! There's a dead bug in my salad.
Ick
01
a sudden feeling of disgust or loss of attraction toward someone, often due to a minor behavior or trait
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Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
icks
What does "ick" mean in dating slang?
The term "ick" refers to a sudden feeling of disgust or loss of attraction toward someone, often triggered by a small or specific behavior. The structure is a shortened expression of revulsion, used as a standalone noun ("I got the ick"). It became widely popular through online dating discussions in the 2010s, especially on social media platforms where people shared personal "turn-off" moments in relationships.
Examples
He said "moist" and I got the ick instantly.
