embark on

/ɛmˈbɑrk ɑn/

/ɛmˈbɑk ɒn/

Other forms: embarked on; embarking on; embarks on

Definitions of embark on

1. verb

   get off the ground
   “We embarked on an exciting enterprise”

   synonyms: commence, start, start up

   types:

   inaugurate, kick off

   commence officially

   open

   begin or set in action, of meetings, speeches, recitals, etc.

   swear in

   administer on oath to

   dedicate

   open to public use, as of a highway, park, or building

   inaugurate

   open ceremoniously or dedicate formally

   call to order

   open formally

   type of:

   begin, commence, lead off, start

   set in motion, cause to start