I have to point out that this is not a common, universally accepted phrase. This is a term that might be used within a close group of friends (who might live in the New York / New Jersey area), in a casual setting, when they talk about other people's relationships -- which sometimes defines "gossip" and may also be associated with "peer pre
**One additional thought: I use this term objectively, without any negative connotation or malice. But be careful. Some people may take it the wrong way -- especially in more conservative sub-cultures.