Meaning of court

court

1. to try to win the favor, preference, or goodwill of: to court the rich.
2. to seek the affections of; woo.
3. (of animals) to attempt to attract (a mate) by engaging in certain species-specific behaviors.
4. to attempt to gain (applause, favor, a decision, etc.).
5. to hold out inducements to; invite.
6. to act in such a manner as to cause, lead to, or provoke: to court disaster by reckless driving.

1. to seek another's love; woo.
2. (of animals) to engage in certain species-specific behaviors in order to attract individuals of the opposite sex for mating.

Court

1. born 1942, Australian tennis player.