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.Let's help you with a quick dictionary of Gen-Z relationship termsGhosting: 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 relationship feel secretive.Cushioning: Keeping backup romantic options around while you're already dating someone, just in case your current relationship doesn't work out.Hard launch: Officially revealing your partner on social media by showing their face or announcing the relationship publicly.Situationship: A relationship that's more than friendship but doesn't have a clear label or commitment. You're together, but nobody has defined what you are.(The story is compiled by Dhanvie Sharma)