work done by one person or group that benefits another; budget separately for goods and services'
the act of mating by male animals; the bull was worth good money in servicing fees
[ Syn: servicing ]
(law) the acts performed by an English feudal tenant for the benefit of his lord which formed the consideration for the property granted to him
(sports) a stroke that puts the ball in play; his powerful serves won the game
[ Syn: serve ]
the act of delivering a writ or summons upon someone; he accepted service of the subpoena
[ Syn: serving , service of process ]
periodic maintenance on a car or machine; it was time for an overhaul on the tractor
[ Syn: overhaul , inspection and repair ]
the performance of duties by a waiter or servant; that restaurant has excellent service'
an act of help or assistance; he did them a service'
the act of public worship following prescribed rules; the Sunday service
[ Syn: religious service , divine service ]
a company or agency that performs a public service; subject to government regulation
employment in or work for another; he retired after 30 years of service'
a force that is a branch of the armed forces
[ Syn: military service , armed service ]
Canadian writer (born in England) who wrote about life in the Yukon Territory (1874-1958)
[ Syn: service , robert william service ]
a means of serving; of no avail; theres no help for it
tableware consisting of a complete set of articles (silver or dishware) for use at table
[ Syn: table service ]
service (n.)
be used by; as of a utility; The sewage plant served the neighboring communities; The garage served to shelter his horses
[ Syn: serve ]
make fit for use; service my truck; the washing machine needs to be serviced'
mate with; male animals serve the females for breeding purposes
[ Syn: serve ]