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- pronunciation:
- uhn
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teIk
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
undertaking, undertook, undertaken |
| definition 1: |
to decide or start to do.
Sometimes I undertake more projects than I can finish.
- synonyms:
- embark on, enter upon, start
- similar words:
- approach, assume, attempt, begin, commence, tackle, try
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| definition 2: |
to promise or obligate oneself to do.
The carpenter undertook to finish the work within two weeks.- synonyms:
- commit to
- similar words:
- guarantee, promise, vow
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| related words: |
commit, endeavor, engage, inaugurate, propose, pursue, seek, start, venture |
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