coursing

1 of 2

noun

cours·​ing ˈkȯr-siŋ 

1

: the pursuit of running game with dogs that follow by sight instead of by scent

2

: the act of one that courses

coursing

2 of 2

present participle of course entry 2

Examples of coursing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

This rugged coursing hound comes in three sizes — small, medium and large — with the smallest variety famously serving as a ratter aboard Portuguese explorer ships. — Pat Mueller, USA Today, 11 June 2026

But this happens by a switch getting thrown, which sends volts of electricity coursing through Suzanne and the volunteer. — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 12 May 2026

Since mom already has the candle version, gift her the matching reed diffuser to have her fave scent coursing through her space on a regular basis. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2026

Dunst and Tatum are terrific together, particularly in moments where things are left unsaid, unspoken confessions, apologies and forgiveness coursing between them. — Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 11 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1538, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for coursing

• forcing
• sourcing
• crowdsourcing
• reinforcing
• discoursing
• divorcing
• endorsing
• enforcing
• indorsing
• outsourcing