1. the periods during which romantic partners get to know each other before marriage or commitment
Usage: plural of courtship
2. the mating behaviors and rituals of animals to attract partners
Usage: biological context; plural of courtship

Examples

• Their courtships lasted several years before they decided to marry.
• The novel describes the elaborate courtships of Victorian society.
• Many modern courtships begin through online dating platforms.
• The documentary showed the colorful courtships of tropical birds.
• Peacock courtships involve spectacular displays of their tail feathers.
• The researcher studied the courtships of various butterfly species.