The Unicorn Problem: When Fantasy Meets Reality In online dating, the term "unicorn" has taken on a peculiar significance.
It describes a highly sought after individual – typically a non monogamous woman open to exploring new relationships with others – coveted by those seeking excitement and novelty in their romantic lives.
A recent letter to Slate's sex advice column illustrates the allure of the unicorn can be accompanied by an unsettling sense of unease.