serving

noun

serv·​ing ˈsər-viŋ How to pronounce serving (audio)
: 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.
Recent Examples on the Web About one-third of roughly 100 common consumer products tracked by LendingTree have shrunk in size or servings since the pandemic. Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2024 The typical serving of almond flour is roughly 28 grams, containing just 6 grams of carbs. Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 15 Oct. 2024 The new rules also state that people must be at least 21 years old to purchase hemp products and limit the number of servings of hemp products to five per package. Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2024 For extra nutrients, include a serving of protein such as chicken, turkey, tuna, and a small amount of healthy fats like walnuts or avocado. Ana Morales, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for serving 

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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 21 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

serving

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