courtship display
nounUK /ˈkɔːtʃɪp dɪˈspleɪ/
US /ˈkɔːrtʃɪp dɪˈspleɪ/
A special show that animals do to help them find a mate.
The peacock's bright tail is a famous courtship display.
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2. A set of actions a person does to try to win someone's romantic interest.
His constant compliments felt like a clumsy courtship display.
3. In biology, the specific sequence of movements or sounds used during courtship.
Scientists recorded the bird's courtship display on video.
4. Any elaborate performance meant to impress or attract attention.
The new car in the ad was just a courtship display for buyers.