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An enclosed space; a courtyard; an uncovered area shut in by the walls of a building, or by different buildings; also, a space opening from a street and nearly surrounded by houses; a blind alley.

Example: The girls were playing in the court.

(social) Royal society.

Attention directed to a person in power; behaviour designed to gain favor; politeness of manner; civility towards someone

The administration of law.

To seek to achieve or win.

Example: He was courting big new accounts that previous salesman had not attempted.

To risk (a consequence, usually negative).

Example: He courted controversy with his frank speeches.

To try to win a commitment to marry from.

To engage in behavior leading to mating.

Example: The bird was courting by making an elaborate dance.