#Aromanticity or #aromanticism is an orientation that lacks romantic attraction.

An orientation is a pattern of attraction. Romantic attraction is the desire for a romantic relationship or acts with a particular person all things being equal.

Aro(mantic) people may also feel romantic attraction. They may have an exception to the pattern of attraction. And since that pattern still exist, they are aro. They may not mind being a romantic relationship but like it for other reason—for cuddles.