n. & v.
--n.
1. a an undertaking of a risk. b a risky undertaking.
2 a commercial speculation.
--v.
1. intr. dare; not be afraid (did not venture to stop them).
2 intr. (usu. foll. by out etc.) dare to go (out), esp. outdoors.
3 tr. dare to put forward (an opinion, suggestion, etc.).
4 a tr. expose to risk; stake (a bet etc.). b intr. take risks.
5 intr. (foll. by on, upon) dare to engage in etc. (ventured on a longer journey).
Phrases and idioms:
at a venture at random; without previous consideration. venture capital risk capital. Venture Scout Brit. a member of the Scout Association aged between 16 and 20.
Etymology: aventure ADVENTURE