venture
UK: ˈvɛntʃə | US: ˈvɛntʃər
n. a risky or daring journey, project, or business undertaking
v. to dare to do something or go somewhere that may be dangerous or unpleasant
The word "venture" originates from the Latin ventura, meaning "things about to happen," derived from venire (to come). It entered Middle English via Old French aventure (later dropping the initial 'a'), retaining the sense of risk or chance. The morpheme vent- reflects movement or arrival, while -ure nominalizes the action, creating the modern meaning of a bold undertaking.
Starting a new business is always a risky venture.
They ventured into the forest despite the warnings.
The company invested in a joint venture with a foreign firm.
Few dared to venture out during the storm.
His latest venture combines technology and art.