What does PDA mean and what did Love Island’s Alexandra say about Dr Alex?
WE all know those couples who are perfectly happy to canoodle in public, regardless of who else is around.
Some people are comfortable around the behaviour, meanwhile others crave shouting “get a room”.
What does PDA mean?
You may have heard the phrase PDA, and this stands for public displays of affection.
This can involve any action from kissing, touching, groping and general loved up behaviour.
What counts as an acceptable or respectable level of this physical intimacy depends on the culture, and some locations may have rules prohibiting certain acts.
Note: This PDA term is not to be confused with the handheld device known as personal digital assistant!
What did Love Island's Alexandra say about Dr Alex?
Love Island fans watched as Dr Alex left Alexandra heartbroken after their super car date, saying he just wasn’t feeling their relationship anymore.
In the episode Alexandra had raised concerns that Dr Alex hadn’t paid her much attention and there was a distinct lack of affection, despite her wanting a cuddle.
Speaking to Jack, Alex said: “On the outside I do like to take things slower. I wouldn't want to rush in too quickly. The thing is she wants to move at quite a quick pace.
“She wants lots of affection and she wants things to move quite quickly. I just can’t match that. I feel like things just aren’t quite right with us.”
While Dr Alex was quick to say Alexandra was the one who wanted all the affection, furious fans pointed out just days before he had pushed Alexandra’s hands into his shorts while they were in bed.
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Can Meghan Markle and Prince Harry show PDA?
There is not a ban on PDA for Royals.
It's more of a question of following the Queen's example, as she rarely held Prince Philip's hand on public engagements.
And this has become an "unwritten precedent for the other royals", Robin Kermode, body language expert, .
You may have noticed that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are very affectionate with each other during public appearances.
Royal etiquette expert Myka Meier told : "While Prince Harry and Meghan holding hands is atypical for royal engagements, it is a seemingly welcomed gesture to show unity and celebration of their engagement period.
"There is no protocol that says they can not show affection on official engagements, and this gesture makes them relatable and lovable to the public.”