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woo    (w) KEY  

VERB:
wooed , woo·ing , woos
VERB:
tr.

1. To seek the affection of with intent to romance.
2. 1. To seek to achieve; try to gain.
   2. To tempt or invite.
3. To entreat, solicit, or importune.

VERB:
intr.

To court a woman.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English wowen, from Old English wgian

OTHER FORMS:
wooer (Noun)

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