Meaning & use
erring
Making a mistake, or straying from what is considered correct, moral, or expected behavior.
See it in a sentence
The coach reminded the young players that erring occasionally is a natural part of learning.
When unsure of the rule, the referee said he preferred erring on the side of caution.
A note on using this word
Erring frequently appears in the set phrase "erring on the side of caution," meaning choosing the safer option when uncertain.
Words with a similar meaning
mistakenstraying
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