courtship

• Período ou processo de desenvolvimento de um relacionamento romântico, geralmente envolvendo encontros, galanteios e conhecimento mútuo antes do casamento ou compromisso sério.

A noun referring to the period or process during which a romantic relationship develops, typically involving dating, wooing, and getting to know a potential partner before marriage.

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1. Romantic relationship developmentB2formal

   The period during which a couple develops a romantic relationship before marriage.

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   • Their courtship lasted two years before they got engaged.
   • In the 19th century, courtship was often supervised by family members.
   • The novel describes a traditional courtship in Victorian England.

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2. Animal mating behaviorC1formalscientific

   The behavior exhibited by animals to attract a mate.

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   • The peacock's courtship display involves spreading its colorful tail feathers.
   • Birds often sing complex songs during courtship.
   • The male penguin presents a pebble to the female as part of courtship.

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