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Definition of served - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
foodhaving food or drink provided
- The guests were served a delicious meal.
2.
employmenthaving completed a term of service
- He is a served soldier, now retired.
Expressions with served
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allocated in order of arrival or request
Tickets are available on a first-come-first-served basis.
fair legal outcome is achieved
After the trial, everyone felt justice is served.
the meal is ready to eat
Everyone, please come to the table, dinner is served.
used humorously to ask if someone is getting what they want
You look lost—are you being served?
having completed many years in a job
She is a time-served teacher with decades of experience.
using the order of arrival to decide who is helped
It is a first come, first served policy at the clinic.
served in a soft and creamy form
The ice cream was soft-served, making it easy to eat.
period spent in prison
He was released early due to time served.
connected to a railway network for transport
The warehouse is rail-served for efficient goods transport.
Origin of served
Latin, servire (to serve)
Terms with served included in their meaning
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morning eating
food and drink served at the first meal of the day
food
sweet course served at the end of a meal
request service
request something to be made, supplied, or served
food
small restaurant where coffee and light meals are served
place
establishment where alcoholic drinks are served
food
part of a meal served at one time
food
the meat of a crab served as food
sweet course
fruits or nuts served after a meal
food
type of prepared food served as part of a meal
quantity
amount of food served on one dish
cooking
liquid or semi-liquid served with food
drinks
indicates location where drinks are served
restaurant food
hot food from specific restaurants, served quickly
breakfast dish
bread dipped in beaten egg and fried, often served with syrup
social event
social event where beverages are served
food
amount of food served to one person
food
pink oily fish flesh commonly served grilled or smoked
military
person who served in the military
grape drink
light-colored wine often served chilled
beverages
drink with alcohol served at social events
food
potato cooked by baking, often served with toppings
celebrations
decorated cake served at a birthday party
restaurant meal
meal served in a box at restaurants
food
small round bread served as a side or for sandwiches
Examples of served in a sentence
Refreshments were served during the meeting. The served officer shared his experiences with the recruits. As a served member, she received special honors.
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- French:servi, ayant terminé son service, ...
- German:serviert, gedient, ...
- Italian:servito, veterano, ...
- Spanish:servido, veterano, ...
- Portuguese:servido, veterano, ...
- Chinese:已上菜的, 服役期满的, ...
- Japanese:提供された, 勤め上げた, ...
- Arabic:مُقَدَّم, مُنْهِي الخِدْمَة, ...
- Hebrew:מוּגָשׁ, מְשֻׁחְרָר, ...
- Russian:поданный, отслуживший, ...
- Ukrainian:подаваний, відслужений, ...
- Hindi:परोसा गया, सेवा की गई, ...
Definition of serve - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
restauranttr. provide food or drink to someonetr.
- They serve dinner at 7 PM.
2.
employmentintr. work for someone or provide a serviceintr.
- She will serve the community as a doctor.
3.
workintr. perform a duty or fulfill a roleintr.
- He served on the committee for two years.
4.
utilitytr. be useful or fulfill a purposetr.
- This tool serves multiple functions.
5.
sportstr. put the ball into play in sportstr.
- She served the ball with great skill.
6.
serviceintr. spend time in prison or militaryintr.
- He served five years in the army.
7.
supplytr. provide a regular supply of somethingtr.
- The company serves the entire region with electricity.
8.
legaltr. deliver a legal document to someonetr.
- The lawyer served the summons yesterday.
Noun
1.
foodUS portion of food or drinkUS
- She had a large serve of pasta for dinner.
2.
sportsact of starting play in sports
- His serve was fast and accurate.
3.
- He gave a serve with his stylish outfit.
Images of serve
portion of food or drink
Expressions with serve
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provide food or drinks
The host will serve up a delicious meal tonight.
distribute or deal out items
They served out the food to the guests.
be in prison as punishment for a crime
He had to serve time for robbery.
maintain one's position or advantage
Despite the challenges, he was able to hold serve in the negotiations.
undergo training in a specific trade or profession
She decided to serve an apprenticeship in carpentry.
be deserved punishment or misfortune
It will serve him right if he gets fired for being late.
deserve a negative outcome due to past actions
If he gets punished, it will serve them right.
try to satisfy two conflicting demands
He found it hard to serve two masters at work and home.
be a deserved punishment or misfortune
It served Liam right when he got fined for cutting in line.
deserve a negative outcome for one's actions
He was late again, so it served him right.
receive a deserved negative outcome for actions
If I fail, it will serve me right.
undergo training under a skilled professional
He served his apprenticeship with a master carpenter.
fulfill the requirements or needs
The temporary solution served its purpose until a permanent fix was found.
complete a period of apprenticeship
She served her time as a carpenter before starting her own business.
spend a period in prison as punishment
He had to serve time in jail for theft.
deserve a negative outcome for one's actions
If we fail the test, it will serve us right.
deserve a negative outcome due to past actions
If you get wet, it will serve you right for not bringing an umbrella.
help achieve one's goals or purposes
He manipulated the situation to serve his ends.
be useful or helpful for a purpose
This old computer will serve my turn until I can afford a new one.
having equal games won as served
The match is currently on serve in the second set.
perform duties or services for me effectively
Her skills and dedication serve me well in my business.
be good enough for what is needed
This old box will serve the purpose.
to be helpful or useful to someone
A good education will serve you well in life.
frozen dairy treat dispensed from a machine, softer than regular ice cream
I ordered vanilla soft serve after the movie.
Origin of serve
Latin, servire (to serve)
Examples of serve in a sentence
A waiter served us tea on the terrace. He decided to serve in the military. They serve meals to the homeless every weekend. She served as a mentor for new employees. They served the community with dedication. The manual serves as a guide for beginners.
His actions serve no real purpose here. He served an ace to win the match. The player served with precision and speed. She served two years in a federal prison. Many soldiers serve their country with honor. The restaurant serves fresh seafood daily. This pipeline serves the entire city with water. The court official served the eviction notice promptly. She was served with divorce papers at her office. The serve of ice cream was generous. He asked for another serve of salad. The tennis player's serve was unbeatable. Her serve in volleyball won the match. Her serve at the gala was unforgettable. The fashion show featured a stunning serve by the model.
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- French:servir, service, ...
- German:servieren, Portion, ...
- Italian:servire, porzione, ...
- Spanish:servir, porción, ...
- Portuguese:servir, porção, ...
- Chinese:供应, 份量, ...
- Japanese:出す, 一人前, ...
- Arabic:قَدَّمَ, حِصَّة, ...
- Hebrew:לְהַגִּישׁ, מָנָה, ...
- Russian:подавать, порция, ...
- Ukrainian:подавати, порція, ...
- Hindi:परोसना, परोस, ...
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