Noun

(en noun)

The act of innovating; the introduction of something new, in customs, rites, etc.

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A change effected by innovating; a change in customs;

Something new, and contrary to established customs, manners, or rites.

A newly formed shoot, or the annually produced addition to the stems of many mosses.

Noun

(en noun)

A company, business, organization, or other purposeful endeavor.

The (GSEs) are a group of financial services corporations which have been created by the United States Congress.

A micro-enterprise is defined as a business having 5 or fewer employees and a low seed capital.

An undertaking or project, especially a daring and courageous one.

Biosphere 2 was a scientific enterprise aimed at the exploration of the complex web of interactions within life systems.

A willingness to undertake new or risky projects; energy and initiative.

He has shown great enterprise throughout his early career.

an active participation in projects