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Meaning of the word woo in English

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woo

US /wuː/
UK /wuː/
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Verb

1.

try to gain the love of (someone), especially with a view to marriage

Example:
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He tried to woo her with flowers and chocolates.
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He spent months wooing his future wife.
Synonym:
courtromanceseducecharmpursue
2.

seek the support of

Example:
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The party is trying to woo voters with promises of tax cuts.
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Companies often woo top talent with attractive benefits packages.
Synonym:
attractenticelurepersuadesolicit
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