Orange Peel Theory (Dating Term)
What Does "Orange Peel Theory" Mean?
The #OrangePeelTheory is a test of your partner's feelings for you. It is a concept that emerged from a viral TikTok trend that consists of a simple test where you ask your partner to bring you an orange. The theory suggests that if your partner brings the orange peeled and ready to eat, it indicates they are thoughtful, caring and probably feel strongly for you. Conversely, if they bring it to you with the rind still on, they may not be as considerate or loving as you hoped. This trend aims to show how much someone loves their partner by how they react to a request for a small favor, such as peeling an orange1,2.
The trend was popularized by the TikToker @neanotmia and has garnered over 111 million views and 205,000 likes on its hashtag. The Orange Peel Theory reflects a larger category of behaviors, emphasizing everyday acts of tenderness that, although might not catch your attention immediately, collectively offer an insight into your relationship's status. However, despite its popularity, some experts warn that the theory is not a reliable indicator of trust or compatibility.
Check out our comprehensive glossary of dating terms.References
- What is the orange peel theory on TikTok? Viral trend explained - https://www.newsweek.com/orange-peel-theory-tiktok-viral-trend-explained-1767921
- The "orange peel theory" is going viral on TikTok - https://www.intheknow.com/post/orange-peel-theory-tiktok/
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#OrangePeelTheory is a simple test where you ask your partner to bring you an orange.
Summary of Key Points
"Test of Your Partner’s Feelings for You" is the most common definition for Orange Peel Theory on TikTok and on online dating sites, such as Craigslist, Tinder, Zoosk, and Match.com, as well as in texts and on chat forums. Here's more:| Orange Peel Theory | |
|---|---|
| Definition: | Test of Your Partner’s Feelings for You |
| Type: | Word |
| Guessability: |  4: Difficult to guess |
| Typical Users: |  Adults and Teenagers |
An Academic Look at Orange Peel Theory
"Orange peel theory" can be considered a "neologism." A neologism is a newly coined word or phrase that has recently come into use or has been created to describe a new concept, idea, or phenomenon. Neologisms can be created in any language and can take different forms, such as:
- A new meaning for an existing word (e.g., cloud, viral).
- A completely new word (e.g., fomo, selfie).
- A new combination of existing words, or words with prefixes or suffixes (e.g., cloutrage, antifragile).
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