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courtship
noun court·ship \-ˌship\
: the activities that occur when people are developing a romantic relationship that could lead to marriage or the period of time when such activities occur
: the behavior of animals that leads to sexual activity or the period of time when such behavior occurs
: an attempt to convince someone to support you or to choose you or your organization
Full Definition of COURTSHIP
: the act, process, or period of courting
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First Known Use of COURTSHIP
1596
Related to COURTSHIP
- Synonyms
- courting, dating, lovemaking, suit
Rhymes with COURTSHIP
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COURTSHIP Defined for Kids
courtship
noun court·ship \ˈkȯrt-ˌship\
Definition of COURTSHIP for Kids
: the act of seeking the love or companionship of someone
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