serve

verb
UK /sɜːv/
US /sɝːv/

To give food or drink to someone.

The waiter will serve our dinner soon.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. To work for someone or help customers.

She serves customers at the bakery.

3. To hit the ball to start a game like tennis.

He served the ball over the net.

4. To spend time in the army or a job.

My uncle served in the navy for ten years.