serving

noun

serv·​ing ˈsər-viŋ How to pronounce serving (audio)
Synonyms of servingnext
: a helping of food or drink

Examples of serving in a Sentence

This is my third serving of mashed potatoes. According to the package, one serving size is 6 ounces.
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Put another way, a serving is about ¼ cup of olives per day, says Cleveland. Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 23 Apr. 2026 Almonds are rich in vitamin E, but sunflower seeds and oils, including wheat germ, sunflower, and hazelnut, can provide similar or higher amounts in small servings. Brandi Jones, Health, 23 Apr. 2026 Even in a smaller serving, protein goes a long way. Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 21 Apr. 2026 Walmart is redesigning the packaging of its Great Value products to help customers instantly spot whether a bag of spicy chips is gluten-free or how much protein is packed into a serving of chicken nuggets. Anne D’innocenzio, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for serving

Word History

First Known Use

1864, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of serving was in 1864

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“Serving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/serving. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

serving

noun
serv·​ing
ˈsər-viŋ
: a helping of food or drink
another serving of vegetables

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