Definitions
1.verbTo seek to achieve or win."He was courting big new accounts that previous salesman had not attempted."
2.verbTo risk (a consequence, usually negative)."He courted controversy with his frank speeches."
3.verbTo try to win a commitment to marry from.
4.verbTo engage in behavior leading to mating."The bird was courting by making an elaborate dance."
5.verbTo attempt to attract.
6.verbTo attempt to gain alliance with.
7.verbTo engage in activities intended to win someone's affections."She's had a few beaus come courting."
8.verbTo engage in courtship behavior."In this season, you can see many animals courting."
9.verbTo invite by attractions; to allure; to attract.