To serve
Example: The waiter serves drinks to all customers quickly
Definition
"To serve" means to provide or deliver something, such as food, drinks, or assistance, to others, often in a professional or formal context. For example, a waiter serves drinks to all customers quickly by bringing and offering beverages.
Etymology
The verb "to serve" originates from the Old French word 'servir' and Latin 'servire,' meaning 'to be a servant' or 'to attend.' Did you know that the word originally implied being in the service of someone, which evolved into the broader meaning of providing or delivering something to others?
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"To serve" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 116 commonly used words.
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