errancy

noun

er·​ran·​cy ˈer-ən(t)-sē 

ˈe-rən(t)-

plural errancies

: the state or an instance of erring

Examples of errancy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Mariners are also in first place despite a lot of unexpected developments, like the disappearance of Cal Raleigh’s bat, the errancies of Andrés Muñoz or various injuries. — Grant Brisbee, New York Times, 7 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

err(ant) + -ancy

First Known Use

1621, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for errancy

• inerrancy
• transparency