Definition of serve
devote (part of) one's
life or efforts to, as of countries, institutions, or ideas; "She served the art of music"; "He served the church"; "serve the country"
promote, benefit, or be
useful or
beneficial to; "Art serves commerce"; "Their interests are served"; "The
lake serves recreation"; "The President's
wisdom has served the
country well"
be sufficient; be adequate,
either in
quality or quantity; "A few
words would answer"; "This car suits my
purpose well"; "Will $100 do?"; "A `B'
grade doesn't suffice to get me into
medical school"; "Nothing else
will serve"
do
military service; "She served in Vietnam"; "My sons
never served, because they are short-sighted"
(verb)
put the
ball into play; "It was Agassi's
turn to serve"