Court Definition & Meaning
court
- noun
- an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
- a room in which a lawcourt sits; "television cameras were admitted in the courtroom"
- the sovereign and his advisers who are the governing power of a state
- a specially marked horizontal area within which a game is played; "players had to reserve a court in advance"
- Australian woman tennis player who won many major championships (born in 1947)
- the family and retinue of a sovereign or prince
- a hotel for motorists; provides direct access from rooms to parking area
- a tribunal that is presided over by a magistrate or by one or more judges who administer justice according to the laws
- the residence of a sovereign or nobleman; "the king will visit the duke's court"
- an area wholly or partly surrounded by walls or buildings; "the house was built around an inner court"
- respectful deference; "pay court to the emperor"
- verb
- make amorous advances towards; "John is courting Mary"
- seek someone's favor; "China is wooing Russia"
- engage in social activities leading to marriage; "We were courting for over ten years"
"Court" in song lyrics
See how court is used in real songs:
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"At full court"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Cheesey Rat, Crunch Lo, Lighter Shade — God Twist -
"Not trying to get caught up in global court"
1st Infantry f/ Prodigy — Serious (The New Message) -
"And put the stage somewhere at half court"
2 Hungry Bros. present 8thW1 — Talkin
Words that rhyme with court
Usage tips for "court"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "court" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for court to find words that pair well.