specialtask

noun

UK /ˈspɛʃəl tɑːsk/

US /ˈspɛʃəl tæsk/

A special task is a job that is different from the usual ones.

The teacher gave Mia a special task to water the plants.

SYNONYMS

special job special assignment special duty special mission

RELATED WORDS

task job assignment mission duty

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A job given to someone because they are trusted to do it well.

Only the best helper got the special task of carrying the flag.

3. An extra job that is not part of your normal work.

Dad had a special task of fixing the broken gate.

4. A job that needs extra care and attention.

Cleaning the fish tank was a special task for the class.