undertaking
/ˈʌndə(ɹ)ˌteɪkɪŋ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: undertakings
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The business of an undertaker, or the management of funerals.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A promise or pledge; a guarantee.
Noun
Examples
Nobody troubles to keep his word, to carry out literally his undertakings. In my small way I try to set that right by showing them the logical development of their ways.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “undertaking” mean?
The business of an undertaker, or the management of funerals.
Is “undertaking” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.