service (A2)
noun, verb
Pronunciation: /ˈsɜːrvɪs/
Definition
Help given to someone, or the work someone does for others.
Examples
The hotel offers a laundry service.
He did his country a great service by reporting the crime.
The mechanic did a good job servicing my car.
How to Use service
- service for (prepositional phrase)
- Work or help provided for a specific person or group. — "This organization offers free legal service for the poor."
- service with (prepositional phrase)
- The manner or quality of help given. — "He performed his duty with great service."
- service industry (collocation)
- Businesses that provide services rather than goods. — "Many jobs are in the service industry."
- out of service (collocation)
- Not working or available. — "The phone is out of service."
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