errand (Meaning)
errand (n)
a short trip that is taken in the performance of a necessary task or mission
errand (n.)
A special business intrusted to a messenger; something to be told or done by one sent somewhere for the purpose; often, a verbal message; a commission; as, the servant was sent on an errand; to do an errand. Also, one's purpose in going anywhere.
Synonyms & Antonyms of errand
errand Sentence Examples
- I have a few errands to run before I can leave for work.
- She was sent on an errand to the grocery store to buy milk and eggs.
- The child ran errands for her elderly neighbor, showing great kindness and respect.
- I completed all of my errands before noon, giving me plenty of time to relax.
- The dog eagerly wagged its tail when we returned home from running errands.
- He was too busy with work to run errands, so he hired a personal assistant to help him.
- The delivery man made his rounds, completing errands for various customers.
- She was thankful for her friend's help in running errands while she was recovering from surgery.
- The to-do list was filled with errands that needed to be completed before the end of the week.
- Running errands can be a hassle, but it's often necessary to keep up with everyday tasks.
FAQs About the word errand
a short trip that is taken in the performance of a necessary task or missionA special business intrusted to a messenger; something to be told or done by one sen
flight, outing, tour, excursion, trip, jaunt, hop, sally, commutation, voyage
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I have a few errands to run before I can leave for work.
She was sent on an errand to the grocery store to buy milk and eggs.
The child ran errands for her elderly neighbor, showing great kindness and respect.
I completed all of my errands before noon, giving me plenty of time to relax.
