serving

noun

serv·​ing ˈsər-viŋ 

: 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

Its overstuffed sandwiches and massive cheesecake servings became legendary. — Lincoln Anderson, New York Daily News, 19 Aug. 2026

If you’re not used to eating much fiber, starting with a full serving may cause bloating, gas, or digestive discomfort. — Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 17 Aug. 2026

According to Ledesma, removing the skin lowers the calories, fat, cholesterol, and sodium in a serving. — Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 15 Aug. 2026

While nuance and 21st century thinking are about as complementary as the ingredients in a serving of lobster ice cream, two seemingly contradictory statements can still be true at the same exact time. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 14 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

serve entry 1 + -ing entry 1

First Known Use

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