woo
/wuː/
verb
- To try to gain the love or affection of someone, especially with the intention of marriage or a romantic relationship.
- She was wooed by several suitors but chose none of them.
- In the old days, a gentleman would woo a lady by taking her on carriage rides.
- He tried to woo her with flowers and poetry.
- To try to get the support or favor of someone, such as voters, customers, or investors.
- The candidate is wooing undecided voters with promises of tax cuts.
- The company is wooing new customers with a special discount.
- Startups often woo investors with exciting presentations.