Traditionally, men were expected to take the lead in courtship.
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Courtship
/ˈkɔːt.ʃɪp/
Synonyms for "courtship" (17 found)
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9 entriesarranged courtshipformal courtingmatchmaking practicemating dancepheromone signalingromantic overtureromantic pursuitsong displayvisual display
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6 entriesanimal courtshipcourtship behaviorcourtship displaycourtship periodcourtship ritualromantic courtship
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Serbo-Croatian
2 entries- udvórnōst noun (act of paying court, that is, demonstrating such respect as is traditionally given at a court)
- удво́рно̄ст noun (act of paying court, that is, demonstrating such respect as is traditionally given at a court)
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The long distance courtship is the most concrete proof of love from one person to another, it being true to your loved one or beloved.
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The European polecat is sometimes called a skunk because it emits a skunk-like odor when threatened or during courtship.
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Their whirlwind courtship quickly led to marriage.
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