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serve
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- pronunciation:
- suhrv
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Builder, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
serves, serving, served |
| definition 1: |
to help (people) as part of one's job or as a volunteer.
The woman who served me at the store knew a lot about the items for sale.- synonyms:
- aid, assist, help
- similar words:
- accommodate, attend
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| definition 2: |
to be useful to (one's community or country).
They are serving the community by planting flowers and trees.
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| definition 3: |
to offer or provide food and drink to.
The waiter who served us was very polite.
- synonyms:
- wait on
- similar words:
- accommodate, assist, help
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| definition 4: |
to complete a period of service.
He served as president for eight years. |
| related words: |
function, pay, provide |
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