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How to pronounce court
Say it like this: /ˈkɔɹt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does court mean?
nounAn 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.
“The girls were playing in the court.”
A street with no outlet, a cul-de-sac.
A housing estate under the Home Ownership Scheme.
verbTo seek to achieve or win (a prize).
“He was courting big new accounts that previous salesmen had not attempted.”
To risk (a consequence, usually negative).
“She courted controversy with her frank speeches.”
To attempt to attract, in any way; to invite by attractions.
“Near-synonyms: entice, allure; see also Thesaurus:allure”
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