serving
UK: ˈsɜːvɪŋ | US: ˈsɜːrvɪŋ
n. a portion of food or drink for one person
n. the act of delivering or distributing something (e.g., a legal document)
v. (present participle of "serve") performing duties or providing assistance
The word "serving" originates from the Latin servire ("to serve, be a slave"), which evolved into Old French servir and Middle English serven. The suffix -ing denotes the present participle or gerund form, turning the verb "serve" into a noun or adjective. The concept of "serving" as a portion of food emerged in the 15th century, reflecting the act of distributing meals.
She carefully measured one serving of rice for each guest.
The waiter is serving dessert to the customers.
His serving in the military lasted five years.
This cake recipe yields twelve servings.
The legal team handled the serving of court documents.