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'''Platonic''' means spiritual or idealistic rather than physical or materialistic. It reflects the philosophy of [[Plato]]. | '''Platonic''' means spiritual or idealistic rather than physical or materialistic. It reflects the philosophy of [[Plato]]. | ||
| − | Platonic friendship is a close but non-sexual affection. | + | Platonic friendship is a close but non-sexual affection. In other words, it is being good friends rather than lovers. This term is generally used in reference to people of the opposite sex. |
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Revision as of 18:39, October 21, 2008
Platonic means spiritual or idealistic rather than physical or materialistic. It reflects the philosophy of Plato.
Platonic friendship is a close but non-sexual affection. In other words, it is being good friends rather than lovers. This term is generally used in reference to people of the opposite sex.