definition of
endeavor

[1] #1 endeavor n. [enterprise, endeavour] a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness); "he had doubts about the whole enterprise". wn

[2] #2 endeavor v. [endeavour, strive] attempt by employing effort; "we endeavor to make our customers happy". wn

[3] #3 endeavor n. [attempt, effort, endeavour, try] earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something; "made an effort to cover all the reading material"; "wished him luck in his endeavor"; "she gave it a good try". wn