the wooing of one person by another.

the period during which such wooing takes place.

solicitation of favors, applause, etc.

Ethology . behavior in animals that occurs before and during mating, often including elaborate displays.

Obsolete . courtly behavior; courtesy; gallantry.

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courting , engagement , keeping company , love , lovemaking , pursuit , suit , wooing , address , amour , dating , romance