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error

The correct spelling is error.

How to pronounce error

/ˈɛɹə(ɹ)/
noun

IPA: /ˈɛɹə(ɹ)/

Say it like: Err-or

The correct spelling is error. The state, quality, or condition of being wrong. For example: "Remove that line of code and the script should stop erroring there."

Usage Examples

Remove that line of code and the script should stop erroring there.

The block transmission errored near the start and could not be received.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The state, quality, or condition of being wrong.
  2. 2.A mistake; an accidental wrong action or a false statement not made deliberately.
  3. 3.Sin; transgression.
  4. 4.A failure to complete a task, usually involving a premature termination.
  5. 5.The difference between a measured or calculated value and a true one.

verb

  1. 1.To function improperly due to an error, especially accompanied by error message.
  2. 2.To show or contain an error or fault.
  3. 3.To err.

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