Associations to the word «Emprise»

Wiktionary

EMPRISE, noun. (archaic) An enterprise or endeavor, especially a quest or adventure.
EMPRISE, noun. (archaic) The qualities which prompt one to undertake difficult and dangerous exploits; chivalric prowess.
EMPRISE, verb. (obsolete) To undertake.

Wise words

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John Adams