noun

1. the encountering of danger
2. a daring, hazardous undertaking
3. an unusual, stirring experience, often of a romantic nature
4. a venture or speculation in business or finance
5. a liking for danger, excitement, etc. a man full of adventure

Etymology: ME aventure < OFr < VL *adventura, lit., a happening < L advenire: see Advent

transitive verb adventured -·tured, adventuring -·tur·ing

1. to put in danger; risk; venture
2. to be bold about; dare

intransitive verb

1. to engage in daring undertakings
2. to take a risk