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Term: Court Tennis

Definition

Court Tennis, also known as Real Tennis or Jeu de Paume, is an indoor racquet sport played on a court with four walls. It is the ancestor of modern tennis and is played with complex rules and unique equipment.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: Racquet Sport

Example sentence: Court tennis is a highly competitive and challenging racquet sport, played by professionals and enthusiasts worldwide.

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Sense 2: Historical Game

Example sentence: Court tennis has a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages, with the game being played by nobles and royalty throughout Europe.

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1: Seeking Legal Redress

Example sentence: The plaintiff decided to court tennis and file a lawsuit against the company for breach of contract.

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Sense 2: Wooing Someone

Example sentence: To win her heart, he courted tennis and showered her with romantic gestures and thoughtful gifts.

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