embark (v.)

  1. go on board

    [ Syn: ship ]

  2. set out on (an enterprise or subject of study); she embarked upon a new career

    [ Syn: enter ]

  3. proceed somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers; We ventured into the world of high-tech and bought a supercomputer

    [ Syn: venture ]

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