Meaning of the word "serve a customer" in English

What does "serve a customer" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

serve a customer

US /sɜːrv ə ˈkʌs.tə.mər/

UK /sɜːv ə ˈkʌs.tə.mər/

to provide a customer with goods or services in a shop, restaurant, or business

Example:

•

The waiter is busy serving a customer at the corner table.

•

I'll be with you in a moment; I just need to serve this customer first.