Mission

/ˈmɪʃ.ən/ · noun

Meaning

(countable) A set of tasks that fulfills a purpose or duty; an assignment set by an employer, or by oneself..

Definitions by Sense

1. (countable) A set of tasks that fulfills a purpose or duty; an assignment set by an employer, or by oneself.
2. A important goal or purpose; an objective.
3. (countable) A missionary expedition.
4. (in the plural, "the missions") Third World charities, particularly those which preach as well as provide aid.
5. (countable, Catholicism) An infrequent gathering of religious believers in a parish, usually part of a larger regional event with a central theme.
6. A number of people appointed to perform any service; a delegation; an embassy.
7. (obsolete) Dismissal; discharge from service
8. A settlement or building serving as a base for missionary work.

Example Sentences

[She] made it her mission in life to make sure that no one around them would ever know the real truth. But this daughter of hers, she was a loose cannon, she was not someone to be trusted.[…]

The first page [of her CV] was a statement of her mission and role in life, which was to add the highest value in everything she undertook. On page two, we listed her primary governing values and operating principles. The third page listed her objectives[…]

[I]n either of theſe Ships, there ſhould be a Miſsion of three of the Fellowes, or Brethren of Salomons Houſe; [...]

Many cities across the Americas grew from Spanish missions.

I was thinking like meat, [you could use this wooden device to] tenderize a steak ... but not into a wooden box, 'cause it's gonna be a mission to clean.

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• missions
• missioning
• missioned

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