Meaning & Definition of Serving in English
English⟶
Serving
/sərvɪŋ/
noun
1. An individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal
- "The helpings were all small"
- "His portion was larger than hers"
- "There's enough for two servings each"
synonym:
- helping,
- portion,
- serving
2. The act of delivering a writ or summons upon someone
- "He accepted service of the subpoena"
synonym:
- service,
- serving,
- service of process
Examples of using
He is serving a three-year sentence for burglary.
His son is serving his sentence.
The convict was pardoned after serving his sentence.