(self-ser-vice) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a system or method in which customers serve themselves rather than being served by an employee, often used in restaurants, supermarkets, and other retail settings.

Example Sentence

The self-service restaurant allows customers to choose their meals and pay at the counter.

More Example Sentences

Many grocery stores have adopted a self-service model to reduce wait times for customers.

Synonyms

self-help; do-it-yourself; automated service

Antonyms

full service; assistance; served

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