courtship
//ˈkɔːrt.ʃɪp//
Noun
courtshipSingular
courtshipsPlural
1
The period or process during which a couple develops a romantic relationship, especially with a view to marriage.
After a long courtship, they finally decided to get married.
2
Behavior designed to persuade someone to marry or develop a romantic relationship.
His courtship of her lasted two years before they got engaged.
3
The mating behavior of animals, involving displays and rituals to attract a mate.
The peacock's courtship display involves spreading its colorful tail feathers.