services
|ser-vi-ces|
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/ˈsɜːrvɪsɪz/
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/ˈsɜːvɪsɪz/
(service)
help or work for others
Etymology
'service' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'servise,' where 'servir' meant 'to serve.'
'servise' transformed into the Middle English word 'service,' and eventually became the modern English word 'service.'
Initially, it meant 'the act of serving,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings, including 'assistance' and 'public utility.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the action of helping or doing work for someone.
The company offers a wide range of services.
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Noun 2
a system supplying a public need such as transport, communications, or utilities.
The city improved its public transport services.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41