Meaning of the word mission in English

What does mission mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

mission

US /ˈmɪʃ.ən/

UK /ˈmɪʃ.ən/

an important assignment carried out for political, religious, or commercial purposes, typically by a group of people in a foreign country

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The diplomatic mission aimed to restore peace in the region.

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They embarked on a humanitarian mission to deliver aid.

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assignment task operation expedition undertaking

the specific purpose of a person or organization; a calling

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Her life's mission is to help underprivileged children.

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The company's mission statement emphasizes customer satisfaction.

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purpose goal aim objective vocation

to send on a mission

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The general missioned his best troops to secure the bridge.

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She was missioned to investigate the strange occurrences.

Synonym:

assign task dispatch delegate commission

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