kittenfishing

== English == === Etymology === Blend of kitten +‎ catfishing. The word kitten is used because it is regarded as a less severe form of catfishing. Coined in an article by dating app Hinge published on June 21, 2017. === Pronunciation === === Noun === kittenfishing (uncountable) (neologism, social media) The practice of presenting oneself in a more favorable or exaggerated light on dating apps or social media. === Verb === kittenfishing present participle and gerund of kittenfish ==== References ====