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Definition |
to have a romantic relationship with someone significantly younger |
Examples |
1) Some people might say she's robbing the
cradle with that age gap in their relationship. 2) It's
quite controversial when older celebrities or public figures choose to
rob the cradle and date individuals
half their age. |
Etymology |
The term likely evolved from the literal
act of stealing from a cradle, which symbolizes taking something
vulnerable and innocent. |
Synonyms |
age-gap romance, December-May romance |