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., who wrote so many poems without signing them, was often a woman” ( Virginia Woolf).
To take a risk; dare.
To proceed despite possible danger or risk: ventured into the wilderness.
at a venture By mere chance or fortune; at random.