courting

[ˈkɔːtɪŋ]

courting Definition

  • 1be involved with romantically, typically with the intention of marrying
  • 2behave so as to attract or gain the favor of someone

Using courting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "courting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He is courting her with flowers and chocolates.

  • Example

    The company is courting new investors.

  • Example

    She was courted by several suitors before she finally accepted one.

  • Example

    He spent months courting her before she agreed to go out with him.

courting Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for courting

Antonyms for courting

Idioms Using courting

  • a court of last resort

    a final authority or arbiter in legal matters

    Example

    The Supreme Court is often referred to as the court of last resort.

  • hold court

    to preside over a gathering or group of people, especially as a speaker or leader

    Example

    The professor held court in the lecture hall, answering questions from the students.

  • take someone to court

    to bring a legal case against someone

    Example

    If the company doesn't pay me what they owe, I'll have to take them to court.

Phrases with courting

  • behaving in a way that is likely to result in trouble or danger

    Example

    By ignoring safety protocols, they were courting disaster.

  • behaving in a way that is likely to provoke public disagreement or disapproval

    Example

    The politician was accused of courting controversy with his inflammatory remarks.

  • courting favor

    behaving in a way that is likely to win someone's approval or support

    Example

    The CEO was accused of courting favor with the board by giving them expensive gifts.

Origins of courting

from Old French 'cort', meaning 'court'

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Summary: courting in Brief

The verb 'courting' [ˈkɔːtɪŋ] refers to romantic involvement with the intention of marriage, or behaving in a way that attracts someone's favor. It can also mean pursuing something, as in 'The company is courting new investors.' The phrase 'courting disaster' means behaving recklessly, while 'courting controversy' means behaving in a way that provokes disagreement. 'Hold court' means to preside over a gathering, while 'take someone to court' means to bring a legal case.

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