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Meaning of the word "platonic relationship" in English

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platonic relationship

US /pləˈtɑnɪk ˌrɪˈleɪʃənˌʃɪp/
UK /pləˈtɒnɪk ˌrɪˈleɪʃənˌʃɪp/

Phrase

a close relationship between two people that is not sexual

Example:
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They have a purely platonic relationship, despite spending a lot of time together.
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It's important to distinguish between a close friendship and a platonic relationship.
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