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erring

The correct spelling is erring.

How to pronounce erring

verb

Say it like: Err-ing

The correct spelling is erring. To make a mistake. For example: "He erred in his calculations, and made many mistakes."

Usage Examples

He erred in his calculations, and made many mistakes.

He ummed and erred his way through the presentation.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To make a mistake.
  2. 2.To sin.
  3. 3.To stray.
  4. 4.To utter the word "er" when hesitating in speech, found in the phrase um and er.

noun

  1. 1.The act of one who errs; sin.

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