Servite

[sur-vahyt]

noun

Roman Catholic Church.

1. a member of an order of mendicant friars, founded in Florence in 1233, engaged in fostering devotion to the Virgin Mary.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Servite¹

From the Medieval Latin word Servītēs, dating back to 1540–50. See serve, -ite ¹

Example Sentences

It’s only the fourth week of the season, but Centennial’s victory changes the equation in Southern California high school football similar to when Servite knocked off St. John Bosco in the Division 1 playoffs in 2021.

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They’ve beaten Servite and lost to Santa Margarita.

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It’s the third Trinity League team the Huskies are playing in nonleague games, having beaten Servite and lost to Santa Margarita.

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An amused Serra coach Scott Altenberg saw Asante scout his scrimmage against Servite, saw him on the sideline for the Cavaliers’ shutout win over Palos Verdes last week and welcomed any challenge the Yankees could offer.

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Centennial is trying to go to 2-0 against Trinity League teams after a 42-14 win over Servite.

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