Synonyms for

Serving

Noun / ˈsɜ:vɪŋ / Another word for serving — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The action of providing food and drinks for people at an event or other occasion.

Synonyms & similar words

function suffice assist process helping answer attend portion dish do serve help service helping portion plateful dish course meal feast banquet buffet spread catering provision supply distribution dispensing presentation offering attendance service waitstaff

Synonyms by register

Formal

dispensing allotting distributing apportioning

Informal

portioning out doling out handing out giving out

Literary

bestowing dealing

Antonyms

taking hoarding keeping withholding denying refusing

Common collocations

  • serving food
  • serving drinks
  • serving a meal
  • serving justice
  • serving notice
  • serving time
  • serving the public
  • serving a purpose

Word family

noun service
verb serve
adjective serviceable

Usage note

The word 'serving' can refer to the act of providing food or drink, or to fulfilling a duty or obligation. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

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Example sentences

  1. The waiter brought the serving of soup to the table.
  2. My mom made a huge serving of pasta for dinner.
  3. The caterer provided excellent serving at the wedding reception.

Quotes

  • Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth. - Muhammad Ali
  • The true test of a man's character is what he does when no one is watching. - John Wooden

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