1. classified advertisements in newspapers or online platforms where people seek romantic relationships or companionship
Usage: informal; plural form
2. personal belongings or private possessions
Usage: informal; plural form

Examples

• She browsed the personals section of the newspaper looking for someone to date.
• Many people now use dating apps instead of newspaper personals.
• He placed an ad in the personals hoping to meet someone with similar interests.
• The hotel safe is perfect for storing your personals while you’re at the beach.
• Don’t forget to pack your personals before checking out of the room.
• The personals column was always the most entertaining part of the local paper.