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verb sub·serve \ (ˌ)səb-ˈsərv \

Definition of subserve

subserved; subserving; subserves
transitive verb
1 : to promote the welfare or purposes of
2 : to serve as an instrument or means in carrying out

Origin and Etymology of subserve

Latin subservire to serve, be subservient, from sub- + servire to serve

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