(US) rest area

(often attributive) The practice of serving oneself, usually when purchasing items.

(law) To receive and acknowledge receipt of service of process.

Style of catering where the food is delivered to the table on a platter held by the waiter and served to the customer's plate using a fork and spoon.

The provision of food, drink and other refreshments to a guest room. / The department of a hotel that provides such a service.

Any public service that deals with emergencies; especially the police, fire, ambulance and lifeboat services.

(tennis, badminton) The line, in tennis and similar sports, from behind which the ball is initially served and which the feet must not cross when serving.

A company that provides customers with companions or prostitutes for a fee.

A formal contract of employment, particularly where the employee has high status, like a company director.

Service in an army or other military organisation, whether as a chosen job or as a result of an involuntary draft (conscription).