serving

noun

serv·​ing ˈsər-viŋ How to pronounce serving (audio)
: 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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Quinoa offers about 4 grams of protein per half-cup serving, which is more than many other grains. Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 12 July 2025 The 10-piece serving has 23 grams of protein and 24 grams of total fat, while the 20-piece has 46 grams of protein and 49 grams of total fat. Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 11 July 2025 Eating large servings of watermelon or pineapple will have a more significant impact on your blood sugar. Jillian Kubala, Health, 10 July 2025 The Waukesha County Fair, an annual haven for food trucks meant for the masses, will add several new offerings this time around, including a menu that includes lobster servings from a prominent chain. Jim Riccioli, jsonline.com, 9 July 2025 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 19 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

serving

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

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