The term “platonic” in literature has evolved into a versatile marker of abstract idealism and intellectual purity that harkens back to Plato’s own philosophical writings. Often, it is used to evoke a realm of ideal forms, as when authors refer to “Platonic ideas” to suggest an immutable, transcendental quality distinct from everyday reality [1], [2]. At the same time, the adjective is applied to relationships and aesthetic experiences, describing non-romantic yet deeply intellectual bonds as “platonic,” whether in discussing the gentle nature of true friendship [3] or the manner in which sophisticated dialogues should be interpreted, much like a poem or parable [4], [5]. Furthermore, “platonic” appears in critical contrasts—juxtaposed against more empirical or naturalistic forms of thought [6], [7]—demonstrating its enduring function as a term that challenges its users to consider the interplay between lofty ideals and concrete human experience [8], [9].