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Definition undertaking in American English

undertaking noun

noun
/ˈʌndərˌteɪkɪŋ/
1

something difficult or complicated that you do

Example

Organizing a wedding is a major undertaking.

Synonyms and related words
heavy lifting ask work
2

a promise, or an agreement

Example

He was required to give a written undertaking not to disclose the details of their contract.

Synonyms and related words
agreement contract deal promise commitment guarantee
3

the business of an undertaker

Synonyms and related words
a letter/message/book of condolence ashes bier
4

the act or practice of going past another vehicle from a lane inside them

Example

Middle lane hogging can prompt people to start lane-cutting, overtaking when they're not going fast enough, or undertaking.

Definition undertaking in American English