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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
It is an undertaking in which plenty can still go awry.
The separation of church and state, they hope, can somehow be made to guarantee that religion plays no role in the decision-making processes of private citizens as they undertake their public duty as voters.
They added: "There has been extensive investigation survey work undertaken on the Whitegates Park site which demonstrates its suitability for development and this will be independently verified through the planning process."
Paul Tazewell brought his experience creating costumes for ‘The Wiz’ four times, as well as ‘Hamilton’ and 2021’s ‘West Side Story,’ to the massive undertaking.
As CEO, he has undertaken a significant restructuring of the business—including hiving off its life and retirement business—and overseen a marked increase in profitability.
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