venture
//ˈvɛn.tʃər//
Noun
ventureSingular
venturesPlural
1
A risky or daring journey or undertaking, especially one involving business or commerce
They invested heavily in the new business venture.
2
A business enterprise or project, especially one that involves financial risk
They started a new business venture in the technology sector.
Verb
ventureInfinitive
venturePresent tense
venturedPast tense
venturedPast participle
venturingPresent participle
venturesThird-person singular
1
To dare to do something or go somewhere that may be dangerous or unpleasant
Few people ventured out in the storm.
2
To dare to say something that might be considered audacious or presumptuous
I would venture to say that this is one of the best films of the year.
3
To expose something to risk or danger
He ventured his life savings on the new business.