The sport of chasing wild animals, especially hares, with dogs by sight rather than by scent.

(dated) Synonym of in due course

plural of coursing

Contraction of of course.

(idiomatic) Following the intended route. / (idiomatic) Proceeding smoothly as planned. / (idiomatic) Likely to happen or to undergo something.

simple past tense and past participle of course

An expression emphasising that it is of at least equal importance as those ones already mentioned.

plural of course of action

(chiefly Britain, idiomatic) The practice of choosing the best person for a particular job, the best response for a situation, or the best means to achieve a specific end.

(chiefly Britain, idiomatic) Different people are suited for different jobs or situations; what is fitting in one case may not be fitting in another.