A minor error is a small mistake or oversight that has little to no consequence. The term can be broken down into three words: SLIP, LAPSE, and MISSTEP. A SLIP is a minor mistake or blunder, usually made unintentionally. A LAPSE is an unintentional failure to do something or a momentary forgetfulness. A MISSTEP is an action or decision that is wrong or misguided. All of these terms refer to minor errors that are not serious enough to cause major consequences.