Shipping
Definition
In fandom, shipping is the desire for two or more real people or fictional characters to be in a romantic or sexual relationship. As a verb, to ship people or characters means to support or want that relationship.
Quick Facts
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What does shipping mean?
Shipping is fandom slang for wanting two or more people or fictional characters to be romantically or sexually involved. The people being discussed may be real-life individuals or characters from fiction.
How “shipping” is used
“Shipping” can describe the desire itself, while “to ship” means to support or want a particular romantic or sexual pairing. The word is associated with fandom and relationship-focused discussion.
Shipping versus delivery
Outside fandom and sexuality-related discussion, “shipping” can refer to transporting goods or sending a package. In SexTerms usage, it refers to a desired romantic or sexual relationship between people or characters.