venturing
|ven-tur-ing|
B2
/ˈvɛn.tʃər.ɪŋ/
(venture)
risky undertaking
Etymology
Etymology Information
'venture' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'aventure', where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'venture' meant 'risk'.
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'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
engaging in a risky or daring journey or undertaking.
She is venturing into the unknown.
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Verb 2
present participle form of 'venture'.
They are venturing out despite the storm.
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45