India, July 31 -- Ever found yourself in the midst of youngsters discussing their relationship in a lingo only they understand? If words like micro-mance, cushioning and breadcrumbing have had you scratching your heads, here's a guide to help you decode what they mean.

Ghosting: When someone suddenly stops replying to your messages or calls and disappears without any explanation. They cut off contact as if they vanished into thin air.

Dry Texting: Replying with very short, uninterested messages like "K," "Cool," or "Hmm." It usually signals low effort or lack of interest in the conversation.

Pocketing: When your partner keeps you hidden from their friends, family or social media, even after dating for a while. It can make the relations...