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The correct spelling is courting.

How to pronounce courting

verb

Say it like: Cow-rti-ng

The correct spelling is courting. To seek to achieve or win. For example: "He was courting big new accounts that previous salesman had not attempted."

Usage Examples

He was courting big new accounts that previous salesman had not attempted.

He courted controversy with his frank speeches.

The bird was courting by making an elaborate dance.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To seek to achieve or win.
  2. 2.To risk (a consequence, usually negative).
  3. 3.To try to win a commitment to marry from.
  4. 4.To engage in behavior leading to mating.
  5. 5.To attempt to attract.

noun

  1. 1.Courtship; amorous advances

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