Emily Dickinson Lexicon

COURT, v.t.

1. In a general sense, to flatter; to endeavor to please by civilities and address; a use of the word derived from the manners of a court.
2. To woo; to solicit for marriage. A thousand court you, though they court in vain. – Pope.
3. To attempt to gain by address; to solicit; to seek; as, to court commendation or applause.