venture

//ˈvɛn.tʃər//
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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.

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