Back in 2019, I would’ve answered this question with “I have no earthly idea,” but months of lockdown taught me a lot about what coronavirus really means. A coronavirus is a type of virus that is named for its crown-like appearance. COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that didn’t infect humans until 2019. The first COVID-19 outbreak started in Wuhan China in December 2019, and it became a global pandemic in March 2020. Some have mistakenly thought the “19” in COVID-19 means there are 18 other types of coronavirus floating around, but that’s not true. COVID-19 is brand-spanking-new, and the “19” merely refers to the year of its discovery. This novel virus has proven uncommonly harmful because it does not have a vaccine or cure, attacks different parts of the human body, and spreads through respiratory particles in the air. The symptoms of coronavirus range from a persistent cough to diarrhea, and some patients (particularly children) experience no symptoms at all. The coronavirus outbreak has impacted the dating scene in many ways. The new normal has left many singles sitting at home in social isolation, wondering when it’s ever going to end. They have to weigh the pros and cons of things like getting a haircut, going to a restaurant, or visiting friends, and it can still be a guilt-ridden and worry-inducing experience.