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Enterprise

EH-ntur-pryz

/ˈɛntɜːrˌpraɪz/

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enterprise

Dictionary meaning

A purposeful or industrious undertaking, especially one that requires effort or boldness.

Examples

  • They had doubts about the whole enterprise.
  • A growing enterprise must have a bold leader.

Synonyms: endeavor

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