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courtship

/ˈkɔː(ɹ)tʃɪp/

Meanings
  • Noun

    The behavior or pursuit of an romantic relationship with someone.

    - "During the courtship phase, couples often go on dates to get to know each other better."
    - "The courtship rituals of different cultures vary greatly."

Pronunciation
  1. /ˈkɔː(ɹ)tʃɪp/



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Synonyms

wooing
Rhymes
Words rhyming with courtship
harbor , labor , ransom
Variants
List of all variants of courtship that leads to same result
courtship , courtships
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Old French word 'cour' meaning 'lord, husband' and 'ship' meaning 'relation'.


Trivia
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  1. In medieval Europe, courtship often involved the exchange of love letters and poems.

  2. In some African cultures, the bride's family pays a dowry to the groom's family as part of the courtship process.

  3. In modern times, courtship has become more informal, with couples often meeting through friends or online dating sites.


Related Concepts
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  1. Romance: A feeling of excitement and mystery in a relationship, often associated with love and passion.

  2. Dating: The social activity of going out on dates with someone to get to know them better.


Culture
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Courtship is a significant aspect of human relationships and has been depicted extensively in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression. In many cultures, courtship involves elaborate rituals and traditions to facilitate the formation of a romantic relationship.

How to Memorize "courtship"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine two people going on dates, holding hands, and sharing meaningful conversations.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'courtship' with the idea of starting a romantic relationship.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the acronym 'C-O-U-R-T-S-H-I-P': Courtship is the process of starting a romantic relationship.


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