service

//ˈsɜːrvɪs//
A2Frequency Level 3Neutral
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Noun

serviceSingular
servicesPlural
1

The action of helping or doing work for someone

She has dedicated her life to the service of others.

2

A system or organization that provides something that the public needs, such as transport, communications, or utilities

The postal service delivers mail to every home in the country.

3

A business that provides assistance or performs tasks for customers rather than producing goods

The company offers cleaning and repair services.

4

A religious ceremony, especially one following a prescribed form

We attended a church service on Sunday morning.

5

A routine inspection and maintenance of a vehicle or machine

I need to take my car in for a service next week.

6

The act of serving in tennis, badminton, or similar sports

Her service was so fast that I couldn't return it.

7

Employment as a servant or in the armed forces

He entered service in the army at age 18.

Verb

servicePresent tense
servicedPast tense
servicedPast participle
servicingPresent participle
servicesThird-person singular
1

To perform routine maintenance or repair work on a vehicle or machine

I need to service my car before the long trip.

2

To provide a service to someone or something

The company services clients in over 50 countries.

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