coursing

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

Examples of coursing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While Cornwall’s artistic identity is well established (see museums like Tate St Ives and the Barbara Hepworth Museum & Sculpture Garden, both in St. Ives, about an hour west of Falmouth), there’s a fresh wave of creativity coursing through the county. —Issy Von Simson, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026

There’s a throughline of redemption coursing through this LP, yet her comeback doesn’t sound tethered to public approval. —Marcus J. Moore, Pitchfork, 18 Feb. 2026

The healthy outlook coursing through Liu’s veins jumps out on the ice. —Elliott Almond, Mercury News, 5 Feb. 2026

And given the level of volatility coursing through the world right now, there’s no question that organizers will be on high alert until the flag comes down at the closing ceremony. —Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 5 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1538, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for coursing

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