: providing comprehensive service of a particular kind
a full-service bank

Examples of full-service in a Sentence

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Outback Steakhouse is not the only full-service casual dining restaurant to face challenges since the pandemic. — Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026 In addition to a full-service spa, the property has a year-round outdoor heated pool with a lounge area and cocktail service. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 3 Nov. 2026 The company offers full-service entertainment representation for authors, creators and IP. — K.j. Yossman, Variety, 2 Nov. 2026 Plans for Jack & Mom’s include expanding the nonalcoholic beverage bar to make it into a full-service bar offering alcohol, adding TVs to show sports, building a stage area for music and upgrading the kitchen. — Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for full-service

Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of full-service was in 1913

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“Full-service.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/full-service. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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full-service

adjective
full-ser·​vice
-ˈsər-vəs
: offering all services of a certain kind
a full-service bank
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