English Reference
noun

services

n.
US /ˈsɝvəsəz/ UK /sˈɜːvɪsɪz/ ser·vices

  1. 01 B1 Intermediate Business

    the work or help that a person or company provides to customers.

    intangible products or actions provided by a business or individual to meet a consumer's needs.

    Simple

    The hotel offers excellent laundry services for its guests.

    In context

    The shift from a manufacturing-based economy to one dominated by professional services has transformed the city's workforce over the last decade.

  2. 02 B1 Intermediate

    systems like water, electricity, and gas that are provided for everyone to use.

    essential public utilities or social systems provided by the state or private companies for the benefit of the community.

    Simple

    The storm was so bad that emergency services were called to help.

    In context

    Local authorities are struggling to maintain social services due to significant budget cuts and an ageing population.

  3. 03 B2 Upper Intermediate British English

    a place next to a big road where you can buy petrol, eat, and use the toilet.

    a roadside facility, typically on a motorway, providing fuel, food, and rest areas for travellers.

    Simple

    We stopped at the services to get some coffee and stretch our legs.

    In context

    The motorway services were crowded with holidaymakers, making it difficult to find a parking space near the main building.

    service stationrest stop

Usage services like · services due · services growing

This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Very common
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