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enterprising
adjective en·ter·pris·ing \-ˌprī-ziŋ\
: having or showing the ability or desire to do new and difficult things
Full Definition of ENTERPRISING
: marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act <an enterprising young reporter>
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First Known Use of ENTERPRISING
1611
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enterprising
adjective en·ter·pris·ing \ˈen-tər-ˌprī-ziŋ\
Definition of ENTERPRISING for Kids
: bold and energetic in trying or experimenting <A few enterprising pioneers founded a new town.>
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