Courtship
/ˈkɔːrtʃɪp/
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- (n.) The period of attachment and behavioral interaction leading to a formal agreement or union, often in a matrimonial context.
The couple entered a lengthy courtship before marriage.
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Often denotes socially or legally significant behavior before forming binding unions; context may vary by jurisdiction.
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