Services: meaning, definitions and examples

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services

 

[ ˈsəːvɪsɪz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

business

Activities performed by a company or individual for the benefit of others. Services can range from consulting and design to maintenance and repair.

Synonyms

aid, assistance, work

Examples of usage

  • She hired a cleaning service to clean her house before the party.
  • The company offers a wide range of services to meet their clients' needs.
Context #2 | Noun

technology

Online tools or software provided to users over the internet. Examples include cloud storage services, streaming services, and online banking services.

Synonyms

application, platform, software

Examples of usage

  • Netflix is a popular streaming service.
  • Many businesses rely on cloud services for data storage.
Context #3 | Noun

military

Specialized military operations or tasks carried out to support combat operations. Services in the military can include logistics, intelligence, and medical support.

Synonyms

assistance, operations, support

Examples of usage

  • The army provides medical services to injured soldiers.
  • The air force offers intelligence services for reconnaissance missions.

Translations

Translations of the word "services" in other languages:

🇵🇹 serviços

🇮🇳 सेवाएं

🇩🇪 Dienstleistungen

🇮🇩 layanan

🇺🇦 послуги

🇵🇱 usługi

🇯🇵 サービス

🇫🇷 services

🇪🇸 servicios

🇹🇷 hizmetler

🇰🇷 서비스

🇸🇦 خدمات

🇨🇿 služby

🇸🇰 služby

🇨🇳 服务

🇸🇮 storitve

🇮🇸 þjónusta

🇰🇿 қызметтер

🇬🇪 სერვისები

🇦🇿 xidmətlər

🇲🇽 servicios

Etymology

The word 'services' originated from the Old French word 'servise' which means 'act of serving'. It has evolved over time to encompass a wide range of meanings, from business services to military services. The concept of providing services for the benefit of others has been integral to human societies throughout history, with the idea of service being valued in various cultures and professions.

See also: serviceable, servicemen.

Word Frequency Rank

With position #292, this word is vital for basic English fluency. It appears very frequently in everyday language and should be among the first words you learn and actively use.