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That which is traded, bought or sold as an action or work
“The services provided by this company have been of the highest standard for many years.”
Facilities or amenities provided to the public or through trade
“The hotel boasts many additional services not found at other establishments.”
Motorway service station
“Look out for services along the highway as the tank needs a fill-up.”
Service industries
“Geographic patterns of employment change have been associated with the growth of services.”
Public or civic services or amenities
“The current fashion is to advocate for the privatization of local public services, primarily through contracting out.”
The armed or security forces
“While Walt never served in the armed services, he was always one of the strongest supporters of Americans in uniform.”
Aid or assistance that is or has been provided
“Thank you so much for your services.”
An amount or thing supplied or provided
The basic facilities, services and installations needed for the functioning of a community or society
A ceremony or service held shortly after a person's death
Systems or services facilitating information exchange
Plural for an act of being of assistance or help to someone
“At the same time, he had done a great service to the poor people of Algiers.”
Plural for a ceremony of religious worship according to a prescribed form
“The service included hymns specially chosen by Ian's family, and prayers led by his father, Roy.”
Plural for the action of serving food and drinks to customers
“You'd think that the lack of customers would mean speedy service at the bar.”
Plural for the use which can be made of a machine
“The computer should provide good service for years.”
Plural for a periodic routine inspection and maintenance of a vehicle or other machine
“I had to take my car in for a service after it started making funny noises while I was driving.”
Plural for time in military operation
“In total, he had five years of service as a marine.”
To perform checks and maintenance on (a device or piece of equipment)
“Ensure that gas appliances are serviced regularly.”
To pay off a loan or debt
“The country will use a quarter of its earnings to service foreign debt.”
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