Undertaking ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Undertaking ( noun )

1. A task or project that is attempted or done.
2. The accepting of a legal or moral responsibility.
3. The commitment of a business or organization to a specific project or activity.

Origin:

From old english (ge)underþæcan ("to undertake, undertake a task"), from (ge)under ("under") + þæcan ("to do, to ac.t")

Examples:

1. I am currently undertaking a research project on the effects of climate change on wildlife.
2. She was hesitant to undertake the responsibilities of a manager.
3. The company's new undertaking is to expand its line of eco-friendly products.
4. The undertaking was a massive one that required a lot of planning and effort.
5. He was confident that his team had the skills and expertise necessary to successfully undertake the project.

(As a verb)

Undertaking ( verb )

1. A task or project that is attempted or done.
2. The accepting of a legal or moral responsibility.
3. The commitment of a business or organization to a specific project or activity.

Origin:

From old english (ge)underþæcan ("to undertake, undertake a task"), from (ge)under ("under") + þæcan ("to do, to ac.t")

Examples:

1. I am currently undertaking a research project on the effects of climate change on wildlife.
2. She was hesitant to undertake the responsibilities of a manager.
3. The company's new undertaking is to expand its line of eco-friendly products.
4. The undertaking was a massive one that required a lot of planning and effort.
5. He was confident that his team had the skills and expertise necessary to successfully undertake the project.