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Court·ship

/ˈkôrtˌSHip/

noun
- 1. a period during which a couple develop a romantic relationship, especially with a view to marriage: "he married his wife after a whirlwind courtship" Similar romanceaffairlove affairgoing outgoing steadydatingengagementkeeping company
- ▪ behavior designed to persuade someone to marry or develop a romantic relationship with one: "he was eventually successful in his patient courtship of Dorothy" Similar wooingcourtingsuitpursuitattentionsadvancesblandishmentsarchaic:addresses
- ▪ the behavior of male birds and other animals aimed at attracting a mate.
- ▪ the process of attempting to win a person's favor or support: "the country's courtship of foreign investors"
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Ritual, period in a couple's relationship which precedes their engagement and marriage
Courtship is the period wherein some couples get to know each other prior to a possible marriage or committed romantic, de facto relationship. Courtship traditionally may begin after a betrothal and may conclude with the celebration of marriage. A courtship may be an informal and private matter between two people or may be a public affair, or a formal arrangement with family approval. Wikipedia
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