Meaning of the word servant in English

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servant

US /ˈsɝː.vənt/
UK /ˈsɝː.vənt/
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Noun

1.

a person who performs duties for others, especially a person employed in a house on domestic duties or as a personal attendant

Example:
The wealthy family had many servants to manage their large estate.
She worked as a domestic servant for years before starting her own business.
2.

a person or thing that serves or provides a service to others, often in a metaphorical sense

Example:
He sees himself as a public servant, dedicated to the welfare of the community.
Technology should be our servant, not our master.
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