undertaking
US /ˈʌn.dɚˌteɪ.kɪŋ/
UK /ˈʌn.dɚˌteɪ.kɪŋ/
1.
a formal pledge or promise to do something
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He gave a solemn undertaking to complete the project on time.
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The company gave an undertaking not to disclose confidential information.
2.
a task or enterprise, especially a large or difficult one
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Building the bridge was a massive undertaking.
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Starting a new business is a challenging undertaking.