serving

1 of 2

noun

serv·​ing ˈsər-viŋ 

: a helping of food or drink

serving

2 of 2

present participle of serve entry 1

Examples of serving in a Sentence

Noun

This is my third serving of mashed potatoes.

According to the package, one serving size is 6 ounces.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Defending champion Rybakina hit six aces but needed 11 set points to take the first set in a match that featured erratic serving and a total of 11 double-faults between her and Shnaider. — ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026

Aggressive serving has been a trademark for the Rams, who have won 13-0 in a row. — Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Oct. 2026

Single-serve formats require substantial packaging for a relatively small serving of coffee, Revi adds, and can also be difficult to recycle in everyday households. — Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 21 Oct. 2026

Because nuts are high in calories, portioning them into small containers or snack bags can help keep servings consistent. — Brianna Tobritzhofer, HEALTH, 21 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

serve entry 1 + -ing entry 1

First Known Use

Noun

1864, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing serving

• self-serving

Rhymes for serving

• curving
• swerving
• conserving
• deserving
• observing
• preserving
• reserving
• subserving
• unnerving
• unswerving
• undeserving

Kids Definition

serving

noun

serv·​ing

ˈsər-viŋ

: a helping of food or drink

another serving of vegetables