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1. (countable, uncountable) The act of paying court, that is, demonstrating such politeness and respect as is traditionally given at a court.
2. (obsolete) The ceremonial performance of acts of courtesy to a dignitary, etc.
3. The act of wooing a person to enter into a romantic relationship or marriage; hence, the period during which a couple fall in love before their marriage.
4. (by extension) The behaviour exhibited by an animal to attract a mate.
5. (figuratively) The act of trying to solicit a favour or support from someone.
6. (countable, uncountable, obsolete) Elegance or propriety of manners fitting for a court; courtliness; (by extension) courteous or polite behaviour; courtesy.
7. (uncountable, obsolete) The pursuit of being a courtier, such as exercising diplomacy, finesse, etc.; also, the artifices and intrigues of a court; courtcraft.