Pronunciation

/sɜːrv/

Definitions

Noun

• Serve: In the context of food, it refers to the act of providing or presenting food to be eaten, or a portion given to someone. For example: “The waiter served a delicious meal.”
• Serve: In sports, it is the act of hitting the ball back over the net or line to continue the game. For example: “She served an ace to win the point.”
• Serve: A term used for a particular job or role in a team or organization. For example: “He serves as the president of the company.”

Verb

• Serve: To supply or offer (food or drink) to someone for consumption. For example: “Please serve yourself some coffee.”
• Serve: To fulfill the purpose or function of something. For example: “This computer serves as a server for the network.”
• Serve: To administer or present (a document or legal notice). For example: “The defendant was served with a summons.”

Adjective

• Serveable: Suitable for being served or consumed. For example: “This dish is perfectly serveable.”
• Serving: Referring to a particular portion or term of service, especially in a restaurant or at a sporting event. For example: “The dessert is still on serving.”

Phrases

• “Serve up”: To provide a meal or dish.
• “Serve someone right”: To deserve what they get, often as a result of their actions.
• “Serve as”: To act as or fulfill the role of.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The chef carefully served a plate of seared salmon.”
• Verb: “She served the customers with a smile and a warm welcome.”
• Adjective: “The hotel offers a variety of serveable breakfast options.”

Synonyms

• Provide
• Supply
• Offer
• Present
• Administer
• Fulfill
• Cater
• Accomplish
• Supply (in a role)