serve

noun

1
put the ball into play
It was Agassi's turn to serve
2
do duty or hold offices; serve in a specific function
He served as head of the department for three years
She served in Congress for two terms
3
provide (usually but not necessarily food)
We serve meals for the homeless
She dished out the soup at 8 P.M.
4
help to some food; help with food or drink
I served him three times, and after that he helped himself
5
mate with
male animals serve the females for breeding purposes
6
deliver a warrant or summons to someone
He was processed by the sheriff
7
do military service
She served in Vietnam
My sons never served, because they are short-sighted
8
work for or be a servant to
May I serve you?
She attends the old lady in the wheelchair
9
be used by; as of a utility
The sewage plant served the neighboring communities
The garage served to shelter his horses
10
devote (part of) one's life or efforts to, as of countries, institutions, or ideas
She served the art of music
He served the church
11
be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity
A few words would answer
This car suits my purpose well

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