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   un·der·tak·ing

   /ˈəndərˌtākiNG/

   noun

   • 1. a formal pledge or promise to do something: "I give an undertaking that we shall proceed with the legislation" Similar pledgeagreementpromiseoathcovenantvowwordword of honorsolemn wordbondcommitmentguaranteeassurancewarrantcontractcompact
   • ▪ the action of undertaking to do something: "the knowing undertaking of an obligation"
   • 2. a task that is taken on; an enterprise: "a mammoth undertaking that involved digging into the side of a cliff face" Similar enterpriseventureprojectcampaignschemeplanoperationendeavorefforttaskassignmentchargeactivitypursuitexploitjobbusinessaffairprocedureproceedingprocesstransactionmissionquestexplorationexpedition
   • 3. the management of funerals as a profession.

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2. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › undertakingundertaking noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of undertaking noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryUNDERTAKE | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   to do or begin to do something, especially something that will take a long time or be difficult: Students are required to undertake simple experiments. Fewer examples. The bill requires owners to undertake remedial work on dilapidated buildings. This is one of the largest aid projects ever undertaken.

4. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishUNDERTAKE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   1. to take upon oneself, as a task, performance, etc.; attempt. She undertook the job of answering all the mail. 2. (fol. by an infinitive) to promise, agree, or obligate oneself. The married couple undertook to love, honor, and cherish each other. 3. (fol. by a clause) to warrant or guarantee.

5. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › undertakingsUndertakings Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of UNDERTAKING is the act of one who undertakes or engages in a project or business. How to use undertaking in a sentence.

6. www.yourdictionary.com › undertakeUndertake Definition & Meaning - YourDictionary

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   To take upon oneself; agree to do; enter into or upon (a task, journey, etc.) Webster's New World. Similar definitions. To take on responsibility, pledge oneself, guarantee, or be surety (for) Webster's New World. Similar definitions. To give a promise or pledge that; contract. He undertook to be their guide.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › english-thesaurus › undertakingUNDERTAKING Synonyms | Collins English Thesaurus

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   a task or enterprise. Organizing the show has been a massive undertaking. Synonyms. task. He had the unenviable task of breaking the bad news. business. operation. a nationwide retail operation with an exceptional record of growth. project.

8. www.merriam-webster.com › sentences › undertakingExamples of 'Undertaking' in a Sentence - Merriam-Webster

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   Apr 27, 2023 · 'Undertaking' in a sentence: The restoration of the old theater is a huge undertaking.