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server.

A program that provides services to other programs or devices, either in the same computer or over a computer network.

6 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈsɜːvə/Received-Pronunciation/ˈsɝvɚ/General-American
  1. A program that provides services to other programs or devices, either in the same computer or over a computer network.

  2. A computer dedicated to running such programs.

  3. A community space where only those who joined it can communicate in channels.

  4. One who serves. A waitress or waiter.

  5. One who serves. The player who serves the ball.

  6. One who serves. A priest's attendant at the celebration of the Eucharist.

  7. A tray for dishes.

  8. A spoon for serving food.

Where this word comes from

From Middle English servere, equivalent to serve + -er.

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Last enriched 2026-09-10. Definitions are in English. Romanizations are shown when supplied by the source; syllable estimates are omitted for unsupported scripts.