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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Netflix is dishing out a second serving of A24‘s Beef, teasing a first look at the sophomore season of Lee Sung Jin‘s anthology. Glenn Garner, Deadline, 5 Mar. 2026 But a serving of yogurt is another good way to get closer to your daily intake goal, especially for those who consume limited amounts of meat, fish, or eggs. Caitlin Beale, Health, 5 Mar. 2026 Portion individual servings and freeze them in freezer-and-microwave-safe containers. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026 Nuts can also be a great snack—a serving of nuts is usually 1 ounce. Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 3 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for serving

Word History

First Known Use

1864, in the meaning defined above

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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 6 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

serving

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

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