courtship
[ kawrt-ship, kohrt- ]
/ ˈkɔrt ʃɪp, ˈkoʊrt- /
noun
the wooing of one person by another.
the period during which such wooing takes place.
solicitation of favors, applause, etc.
Ethology.
behavior in animals that occurs before and during mating, often including elaborate displays.
Obsolete.
courtly behavior; courtesy; gallantry.
Words nearby courtship
courting mirror,
courtly,
courtly love,
courtrai,
courtroom,
courtship,
courtship display,
courtside,
courtyard,
couru,
couscous
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British Dictionary definitions for courtship
courtship
/ (ˈkɔːtʃɪp) /
noun
the act, period, or art of seeking the love of someone with intent to marry
the seeking or soliciting of favours
obsolete
courtly behaviour