Can the word mission be used as a verb?

Yes, "mission" can be used as a verb, but it's not as common as its use as a noun. It means to send on a mission or to assign a specific task.

Here are some examples:

* "The company missioned its best sales team to the new market."

* "We were missioned with finding a solution to the problem."

However, it's more common to use other verbs like "assign," "delegate," "send," or "task" in these situations.

The verb "mission" is more often used in a formal or military context.