service
UK: ˈsɜːvɪs | US: ˈsɜːrvɪs
n. the action of helping or doing work for others
n. a system or organization providing a public need (e.g., transportation, healthcare)
n. a ceremony or ritual (e.g., religious service)
vt. to perform maintenance or repair work
The word service traces back to Latin servitium ("slavery, servitude"), reflecting its early association with subjugation. Over time, it broadened to denote any act of assistance, mirroring societal shifts from forced labor to voluntary or professional aid. The suffix -ice solidified its noun form, emphasizing the concept of duty or function.
The hotel offers excellent room service.
Public transportation is a vital service in urban areas.
She volunteered her services at the community center.
The car needs to be serviced every 10,000 miles.
The memorial service will be held next Sunday.