serving
Americannoun
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the act of a person or thing that serves.
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a single portion of food or drink; helping.
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Electricity. a layer of material, as jute yarn or tape, that is applied to the core or the exterior of a lead-covered cable and acts as a protective covering.
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Nutrition - Introductory
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Serving military personnel, the grandson of British Commander Field Marshal Montgomery and pipers from the Jedburgh Pipe Band marched with the schoolchildren.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
Times Food and the cookbook shop Now Serving are collaborating on book signings and more at the L.A.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026
Serving it correctly requires specialized tap equipment—“We’re a pain in the butt,” Wagner joked—and a “two-part pour” that Guinness says yields the best final product.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026
Serving as an authorized agent or co-signer differs greatly from becoming a joint owner of the account and its funds.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026
Serving size is based on your age, height, body type, health, and amount of physical labor required by your schedule.
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
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