eeneR 3 #1 December 13, 2007 Guys So if in a conversation at work with some one you make comment to "My Partner" what do you mean? In a work context which this is from I take that as to mean his coworker he is paired up with. However outside of work I have seen this more used for homosexual partners more so then heterosexual partners though it can be used both ways. Most straight guys I know would just say "girlfriend" or "lady friend" So what do you take it as?She is not a "Dumb Blonde" - She is a "Light-Haired Detour Off The Information Superhighway." eeneR TF#72, FB#4130, Incauto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #2 December 13, 2007 IMO, you're correct. 'Partner' is a non-romantic relationship, usually a professional relationship. I refer to my SO's as my girlfriend. edit to add: Someday I hope all homosexuals will feel comfortable in referring to their 'partners' as their girlfriend/boyfriend. _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waltappel 1 #3 December 13, 2007 He's gay. Walt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 846 #4 December 13, 2007 ditto Straight guys don't use that expression. I say "my old lady". Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eeneR 3 #5 December 13, 2007 The pole disagree's with you guys so far though.... She is not a "Dumb Blonde" - She is a "Light-Haired Detour Off The Information Superhighway." eeneR TF#72, FB#4130, Incauto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jib 0 #6 December 13, 2007 My friend always introduces his "law partner" since they own the law firm together, but I guess that could be misconstrued too. -------------------------------------------------- the depth of his depravity sickens me. -- Jerry Falwell, People v. Larry Flynt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akarunway 1 #7 December 13, 2007 Quote ditto Straight guys don't use that expression. I say "my old lady". My ho. She's not nappy headed tho.I hold it true, whate'er befall; I feel it, when I sorrow most; 'Tis better to have loved and lost Than never to have loved at all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #8 December 13, 2007 QuoteGuys So if in a conversation at work with some one you make comment to "My Partner" what do you mean? In a work context which this is from I take that as to mean his coworker he is paired up with. However outside of work I have seen this more used for homosexual partners more so then heterosexual partners though it can be used both ways. Most straight guys I know would just say "girlfriend" or "lady friend" So what do you take it as? Simple truth - At work - meaning and dealing with work - Partner would be coworker - like a cop has a partner. Socially - He'd be Gay, Strait guys don't use this and know what it means.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bolas 5 #9 December 13, 2007 Sex partner? Nah those are usually um friends. She's my... um, friend. Stupidity if left untreated is self-correcting If ya can't be good, look good, if that fails, make 'em laugh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #10 December 13, 2007 It's wierd for men to be asked "what do you mean"? Unlike our feminine counterparts, we generally mean just what we say. If talking about work, he meant an equal he works with. If talking about home, he meant the person he sleeps with. If talking about recreation, he meant a teammate of some sort. Blues, Dave "I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrewwhyte 1 #11 December 13, 2007 Sometimes I will use the word 'partner' to refer to a straight person's SO if I don't know their relationship status. I figure if you move in with someone they are your spouse; a lot of people don't agree so I look for another term. Girlfriend is really bad if they are married. When I lived in Vancouver referring to a straight person's partner was no big deal. Now that I live in rural Alberta I think I would be looking for a punch in the face. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waltappel 1 #12 December 13, 2007 Quote The pole disagree's with you guys so far though.... Yeah, well the majority of people thought the earth was flat for a long time too. Walt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eeneR 3 #13 December 13, 2007 There is kind of gray area here. I work with him, though he and I have flirted back and forth for the last year. He was talking specifically about something that happened at work so my guess is that it is his work partner. The discussion was brought up that he was talking another way.She is not a "Dumb Blonde" - She is a "Light-Haired Detour Off The Information Superhighway." eeneR TF#72, FB#4130, Incauto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #14 December 13, 2007 QuoteThere is kind of gray area here. I work with him, though he and I have flirted back and forth for the last year. He was talking specifically about something that happened at work so my guess is that it is his work partner. The discussion was brought up that he was talking another way. Forget about him and come here.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NtheSeaOrSky 0 #15 December 13, 2007 **OTHER JUST ASK HIM Life is not fair and there are no guarantees... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #16 December 13, 2007 My SO uses that expression when he's talking about a buddy. I've always thought it was kind of an odd term to use but he's definitely straight. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #17 December 13, 2007 Definitely an 'odd' term, but since you're odd it works.Love ya Maura. _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #18 December 13, 2007 Quote My SO uses that expression when he's talking about a buddy. I've always thought it was kind of an odd term to use but he's definitely straight. "Partner" is odd, but "Ess Ohh" isn't? Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #19 December 13, 2007 He's 12 years older than me- "boyfriend" doesn't seem right and "partner" sounds "gay"! (not that there's anything wrong with that........) I suppose I could refer to him as my room mate! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #20 December 13, 2007 Quote Sex partner? Nah those are usually um friends. She's my... um, friend. I thought the correct term was "fuck buddy" "Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NtheSeaOrSky 0 #21 December 13, 2007 Quote Quote Sex partner? Nah those are usually um friends. She's my... um, friend. I thought the correct term was "fuck buddy" No....that is a 'personal trainer' Life is not fair and there are no guarantees... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 846 #22 December 13, 2007 The "pole" doesn't have sufficient answers for hetero-minded folks IMO. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eeneR 3 #23 December 13, 2007 What is missing?She is not a "Dumb Blonde" - She is a "Light-Haired Detour Off The Information Superhighway." eeneR TF#72, FB#4130, Incauto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eeneR 3 #24 December 13, 2007 Quote **OTHER JUST ASK HIM As soon as I can freaking get to him! He is in another secured area...She is not a "Dumb Blonde" - She is a "Light-Haired Detour Off The Information Superhighway." eeneR TF#72, FB#4130, Incauto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NtheSeaOrSky 0 #25 December 13, 2007 Im sorry all I am hearing is an excuse (with you not AT you)Life is not fair and there are no guarantees... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
