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ventures

|ven/tures|

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/ˈvɛn.tʃərz/

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/ˈvɛn.tʃəz/

(venture)

risky undertaking

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleAdjective
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'venture' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'aventure,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'venture' meant 'risk or chance.'

Historical Evolution

'aventure' transformed into the Middle English word 'venture,' and eventually became the modern English word 'venture.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'chance or fortune,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a risky or daring journey or undertaking.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a risky or daring journey or undertaking.

The new business ventures into uncharted territories.

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Verb 1

to undertake a risky or daring journey or course of action.

She ventures into the forest despite the warnings.

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Last updated: 2025/02/02 09:51