serving
- 01 B1 Intermediate
the amount of food or drink given to one person at a meal.
a portion of food or drink intended for one person; a single helping.
Simple“This recipe makes enough for a large serving of pasta for four people.”
In context“The nutritionist recommended a single serving of leafy greens with every meal to ensure adequate vitamin intake.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
the act of doing work for someone else or for your country.
the act of performing a service, duty, or function, often in an official or professional capacity.
Simple“He was honoured for his many years of serving the local community.”
In context“The veteran was recognised for his selfless serving of the nation during several difficult overseas assignments.”
Synonyms
By surface analysis, serve + -ing.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.