Etymology
The word "errand" comes from the Old English word "ærn," which means "messenger" or "run." It is related to the modern English words "earn" (to work for money) and "errand boy" (a young boy who runs errands).
Meaning
An errand is a short trip that is usually made to do a specific task, such as buying something or delivering a message. It is often done as a favor for someone else.
Origin
The word "errand" first appeared in the early 14th century. It was originally used to refer to a task that was given to a servant or messenger. Over time, it came to be used for any short trip that was made for a specific purpose.
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