undertake meaning and definition

UNDERTAKE verb

Definition of undertake (verb)

1. enter upon an activity or enterprise
   • synonyms: attempt, set about
2. accept as a challenge
   • "I'll tackle this difficult task"
   • synonyms: tackle, take on
3. promise to do or accomplish
   • "guarantee to free the prisoners"
   • synonyms: guarantee
4. enter into a contractual arrangement
   • synonyms: contract
5. accept as a charge
   • synonyms: take in charge