aro

adjective

ˈā-(ˌ)rō How to pronounce aro (audio)
ˈer-(ˌ)ō,
ˈa-(ˌ)rō
: aromantic
An aro person may never develop a crush on person, or envision themselves entering a romantic relationship with someone.Megan Swett
aro noun
plural aros
But one of the most significant changes I've experienced is my acceptance of my asexual and aromantic identities. Now most of my social circle is made up of other aces and aros. Isabel Nathan

Word History

Etymology

by shortening

First Known Use

2014, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of aro was in 2014

Dictionary Entries Near aro

Cite this Entry

“Aro.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aro. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.

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