- pronunciation:
- e
r
nd
- phrases:
- run an errand
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a quick journey or side trip taken to fulfill a particular purpose.
He went on errands to the bank, the post office, and the grocery store.- synonyms:
- run
- similar words:
- trip
|
| definition 2: |
the purpose for which such a short journey is performed, often on behalf of another person.
His errand was to deliver a message.- synonyms:
- mission
- similar words:
- assignment, charge, chore, duty, job, task, undertaking
|
| related words: |
mission |
| phrase: |
run an errand |
The word errand
contains the following part:
err
Latin
root
that means
error, wander
Example words: