Be an item
English Idiom
Meaning: When two people are in a romantic relationship, they are often referred to as 'an item.' This phrase suggests that the couple is well-known and recognized as being together.
Origin: The idiom 'be an item' originated in the mid-20th century. It likely comes from the idea of two people being paired together as a single, recognizable entity, similar to how items are grouped in a list. Over time, it became a popular way to describe couples who are romantically involved.
Examples
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Rumor has it that Jack and Jill are an item now.
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By the end of the summer, everyone knew they were an item.
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When colleagues discovered that Sarah and Tom were an item, it became the talk of the office.
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The paparazzi were thrilled to find out that the two celebrities were an item.
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After months of speculation, the couple finally admitted they were an item.
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It was obvious from their chemistry that they were an item.
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Friends were shocked to learn that Emily and Robert were an item.
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Their social media posts make it clear that they're an item.
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Despite their efforts to keep it private, it soon became evident that they were an item.
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The way they look at each other confirms they are an item.
