Meaning & Definition of word "Embark"

Embark

/ɪmˈbɑrk/

verb:

  • 1. To begin a journey, especially on a ship or other vehicle.
    • Example: They will embark on their cruise tomorrow morning.
  • 2. To commence or start an enterprise or project.
    • Example: The team decided to embark on a new research project.
  • 3. To board a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle.
    • Example: Passengers will embark the plane at gate 12.

Etymology

From Middle French 'embarquer', from 'en-' (to) + 'barque' (small boat)

Common Phrases and Expressions

embark on a journey:

to start traveling

embark upon a project:

to begin a new task or initiative

embark for:

to board a vessel or vehicle for a specific destination

Related Words

boarding:

the act of getting on a ship or aircraft

departure:

the action of leaving, especially to start a journey

journey:

an act of traveling from one place to another

Slang Meanings of embark

Meaning: To start something significant

Example Sentence: I’m about to embark on my next big adventure.

Meaning: To get involved in a task enthusiastically

Example Sentence: He really wants to embark on this project and make it a success.