“Dating” means youre going on dates. You are actively getting out there and meeting people and spending time with them. “Dating someone” means youre seeing somebody specific, with purpose and on a regular basis.

What does a date means?

A date is an appointment to meet someone or go out with them, especially someone with whom you are having, or may soon have, a romantic relationship. I have a date with Bob. If you have a date with someone with whom you are having, or may soon have, a romantic relationship, you can refer to that person as your date.