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Definition courtship in American English

courtship noun

noun
/ˈkɔrtˌʃɪp/
1

the period of time when a man and a woman have a romantic relationship with each other, before they get married

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2

the behavior of animals who are trying to attract a sexual partner

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3

an attempt to get someone's support, especially in business or politics

Example

their courtship of Japanese investors

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Definition courtship in American English