venture

Definitions of venture in various dictionaries:

noun - any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome

noun - an investment that is very risky but could yield great profits

noun - a commercial undertaking that risks a loss but promises a profit

verb - proceed somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers

verb - put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation

verb - put at risk

An undertaking that is dangerous, daring, or of uncertain outcome.

A business enterprise involving some risk in expectation of gain.

Something, such as money or cargo, at hazard in a risky enterprise.

To expose to danger or risk: ventured her entire fortune.

To brave the dangers of: ventured the high seas in a small boat.

To express at the risk of denial, criticism, or censure: “I would venture to guess that Anon.

To take a risk; dare.

To proceed despite possible danger or risk: ventured into the wilderness.

verb - to expose to a risk (a chance of injury or loss)