full-service

adjective

full-ser·​vice ˈfu̇l-ˈsər-vəs How to pronounce full-service (audio)
: providing comprehensive service of a particular kind
a full-service bank

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The full-service restaurant offering Southern classics seats guests next to a stage ready for live performances. — Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026 On the campus where a full-service hospital and medical campus is planned near Campbellton-Fairburn Road. — Nakell Williams, CBS News, 30 June 2026 Fans can enjoy a selection of food favorites like hot dogs, pizza, pierogi, burgers, warm pretzels and popcorn in addition to full-service bars in the stands, while mascot Rusty the Railcat entertains all ages. — Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2026 The couple initially signed a contract with a moving broker for just over $16,000 for a full-service move and paid a $7,000 deposit upfront, the outlet reported. — Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for full-service

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First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of full-service was in 1913

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full-service

adjective
full-ser·​vice
-ˈsər-vəs
: offering all services of a certain kind
a full-service bank
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