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serv·ing (sʉr′viŋ)

noun

  1. the act of one who serves
  2. a helping, or single portion, of food

adjective

used for or suitable for giving food to a person or persons at the table a serving dish

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serving Synonyms

serving

modif.

aiding, co-operating, helping; see helpful.


serving

n.

plateful, course, portion; see helping, meal 2.


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serving Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • fruit: So don't forget to get your five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables every day.

Converse of object

  • eat: In fact, eating two servings of fatty fish a week can lower your risk of heart disease.

Adjective modifier

  • generous: The green choice: lots of filling, healthy carbohydrates plus generous servings of protein for a balanced diet that is low in fat.

Preposition: per

  • container: The recommended dosage is two capsules as needed, and there are 30 servings per container.

Noun used with modifier

  • dish: Makes 4 main dish servings or 6 side dish servings.
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It's got to be clear, back in your own mind, that serving the client is onething and theart of architectureanother.

-Johnson, Philip Cortelyou

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