Phrase guide

courtship display

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Set of display behaviors in which an animal, usually a male, attempts to attract a mate.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: ethology

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Synonyms: courtship dance

Antonyms: none provided

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Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Dutch: balts — Translations
  • Finnish: soidinmenot — Translations
  • French: parade nuptiale — Translations
  • German: Paarungsspiel — Translations
  • Polish: tok — Translations