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Meaning of mission

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

mission

Pronunciation:/ˈmɪʃn̩//ˈmɪʃn̩/

noun

Definitions

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

  2. Religious evangelism.

  3. (in the plural, "the missions") third world charities, particularly those which preach as well as provide aid.

  4. (Catholic tradition) an infrequent gathering of religious believers in a parish, usually part of a larger regional event with a central theme.

verb

Definitions

  1. To send on a mission.

  2. Do missionary work, proselytize