Results for serving

Definitions of serving:

Among seamen, the process of covering large ropes or cables with canvas or spun yarn to prevent friction or wearing in parts much exposed.

Usage examples for serving:

• It may be done with water instead of wine and broth; in that case, add a few drops of lemon- juice just before serving it. "Hand-Book of Practical Cookery for Ladies and Professional Cooks", Pierre Blot

• In what branch of the army were they serving "School History of North Carolina", John W. Moore

• He stood some little distance from the shack, and it did not occur to him that, as one person could carry the box readily, he was serving no purpose in waiting. "The Gold Trail", Harold Bindloss

• The woman was gone, the serving man was gone. "Foes", Mary Johnston