What is the meaning of erring?

verb

  • To make a mistake or be incorrect.
  • Wander from a direct course or at random.
    • usage: "The child strayed from the path and her parents lost sight of her"; "don't drift from the set course"

adjective

  • Capable of making an error.
    • usage: "all men are error-prone"
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