| 词汇 | embark on |
| 释义 | Phr V embark on embarks, embarking, embarked embark on/upon sth slightly formal to start something, especially something large, important, or newSo does he have any advice for those about to embark on an acting career?We are now embarked on the third and most important of the projects. ! Embark upon is more formal than embark on and is mostly used in writing. embark on/upon sth to start doing something, especially something new and difficult that will take a long time: In the 1950s, China embarked on a major programme of industrialization. Burton decided to give up his teaching post, and embark on a career in the City. embark on (something)1. To begin a particular journey or trip, as on some mode of transportation. Do you know when Karen embarks on her trip for Rome? I want to see her before she leaves. 2. By extension, to begin any course of action. I want to go back to school for a business degree, and I plan to embark on that process this fall. embark on something1. . Lit. to begin a journey by boarding a ship, airplane, etc. They embarked on their journey from San Juan. 2. Fig. to begin a project; to begin any process. When will you embark on your new project? |
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