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undertake
[uhn-der-teyk]
verb (used with object)
to take upon oneself, as a task, performance, etc.; attempt.
She undertook the job of answering all the mail.
to promise, agree, or obligate oneself (followed by an infinitive).
The married couple undertook to love, honor, and cherish each other.
to warrant or guarantee (followed by a clause).
The sponsors undertake that their candidate meets all the requirements.
to take in charge; assume the duty of attending to.
The lawyer undertook a new case.
verb (used without object)
Archaic., to engage oneself by promise; give a guarantee, or become surety.
undertake
/ ˌʌndəˈteɪk /
verb
(tr) to contract to or commit oneself to (something) or (to do something)
to undertake a job
to undertake to deliver the goods
(tr) to attempt to; agree to start
(tr) to take (someone) in charge
archaic, to make oneself responsible (for)
(tr) to promise
Other Word Forms
- preundertake verb (used with object)
Word History and Origins
Origin of undertake1
Example Sentences
In good Dada and Pop art-style, the work’s title turns out to be a pun: A deed is not just a real estate certificate but an endeavor that one has undertaken.
The books feature cute animals using gadgets to solve crimes, catch robbers and undertake daredevil missions.
The Taoiseach also laid out the timeline and the process undertaken by the party in selecting presidential hopefuls over the summer.
In terms of pure historical value, the “One to One” event marked the only full-length concerts that Lennon undertook after The Beatles’ final show at San Francisco’s Candlestick Park in August 1966.
Sources are indicating that Gerrard is one of a number of candidates Rangers want to speak to, with the club determined to undertake a full process.
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