error
UK: ˈerə | US: ˈerər
n. a mistake or inaccuracy
n. a deviation from correctness or truth
n. a fault in a system or machine
The word "error" originates from Latin error (a wandering, mistake), derived from errare (to wander, go astray). The root err- reflects the idea of physical or metaphorical straying from a path, which evolved into the modern sense of a mistake or deviation from correctness. The suffix -or denotes a state or condition, solidifying the abstract concept of being in error. This progression from literal wandering to figurative mistake is common in Latin-derived terms.
The software displayed an error message after the update.
Her calculation contained a small error, affecting the final result.
Human error is often the cause of accidents in the workplace.
The teacher marked the spelling error in red ink.
He admitted his error and apologized for the misunderstanding.