Definition of Undertaking
Undertaking
un·der·tak·ing
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a task that one has promised to take on, a project or business in which one is engaged;
e.g. It was a long and strenuous undertaking, but he set out to complete it anyway.
(noun)
the action of taking on a project, task, or business with the intention of completing it;
e.g. Her undertaking of the project was based on her personal interest in its success.
(noun)
a formal guarantee, promise, or pledge to do something or ensure that it is done;
e.g. He gave his undertaking that he would personally supervise their work.
(noun)
the profession of arranging/managing funerals, including preparing bodies for burial;
e.g. She joined the family undertaking business when she was old enough.
(verb)
taking on a task or responsibility, committing to a business or project;
e.g. I didn't think I was capable of undertaking so much responsibility, but I surprised myself.
(verb)
promising or pledging to do a particular thing, guaranteeing that the thing will be done;
e.g. He is undertaking to make healthy food more affordable during his time in power.
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