errand
nounUK /ˈer.ənd/
US /ˈer.ənd/
A short trip to do a small job, like buying something or taking something to someone.
Mom sent me on an errand to buy some milk.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A short journey made to carry a message or deliver something.
He ran an errand for his boss and delivered the papers.
3. The purpose or object of such a short trip.
The errand was to pick up the dry cleaning.
4. A small piece of business to be done.
She had a few errands to finish before lunch.