courtly

English

/ˈkɔːtli/, /ˈkɔɹtli/

adj
Definitions
  • Befitting of a royal court; reflecting the manners or behaviour of people at court.
  • Of or relating to a royal court.
  • (obsolete) Overly eager to please or obey.

Etymology

Suffix from English court (woo).

Origin

English

court

Gloss

woo

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