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Meaning of undertake

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

undertake

Pronunciation:/ʌndəˈteɪk/

verb

Definitions

  1. To take upon oneself; to start, to embark on (a specific task etc.).

  2. To commit oneself (to an obligation, activity etc.).

    Example: He undertook to exercise more in future.

  3. To overtake on the wrong side.

    Example: I hate people who try and undertake on the motorway.

  4. To pledge; to assert, assure; to dare say.