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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These come with two servings in a box (two egg bites per serving), in Uncured Bacon & Gruyère or Egg White & Roasted Red Pepper. Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 29 May 2026 After proofing, they are broken into small servings, stuffed with pork and steamed. Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 May 2026 Portion-wise, the meals felt spot on—enough food for the servings promised, but not enough to guarantee leftovers. Erin Bunch, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 May 2026 One whole large egg is considered a serving. Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 27 May 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 31 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

serving

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

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