nounπShareA set of tasks that fulfills a purpose or duty; an assignment set by an employer, or by oneself."The astronaut team is preparing for several important missions to the International Space Station to conduct scientific research. "joborganizationbusinessmilitaryactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareReligious evangelism."The church sent several young people on overseas missions to spread their religious beliefs. "religiontheologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShare(in the plural, "the missions") third world charities, particularly those which preach as well as provide aid."During their summer break, the church youth group volunteered at the missions in Guatemala, helping build houses and teaching about hygiene while sharing their religious beliefs. "religionaidorganizationculturesocietyworldChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShare(Catholic tradition) an infrequent gathering of religious believers in a parish, usually part of a larger regional event with a central theme."The small town looked forward to the yearly missions, which brought Catholics from neighboring parishes together for a week of special sermons and community activities. "religioneventtraditionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA number of people appointed to perform any service; a delegation; an embassy."The United Nations sends missions to different countries to help with peacekeeping efforts. ""The United Nations sends missions to different countries to help with peacekeeping. "governmentpoliticsorganizationgroupChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareDismissal; discharge from service"After five years of dedicated service, the firefighter received his official missions from the department. "militaryjobChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA settlement or building serving as a base for missionary work."Many cities across the Americas grew from Spanish missions."religionbuildinghistorycultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo send on a mission."The manager missions her staff to complete the urgent reports by Friday. "militaryactionorganizationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareDo missionary work, proselytize"The church group missions in different villages every summer, sharing their beliefs and offering help to the local communities. "religionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading