Term that loses meaning if we remove the spaces in the middle of words that compose it. The correct form would be "to court someone". In this case, means the allow someone - be person - or group who has access to the point of fighting, combat or competition. Court, it means scenario, palestra, level playing field. And is the site where are two opponents, competing against each other. "Give court", is proposing or push one or the other of the contenders, so proceed to the fight.
