"server" meaning in English

See server in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

IPA: /ˈsɜːvə/ [UK], /ˈsɝvɚ/ [US] Audio: LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-server.wav [UK] Forms: server [singular], servers [plural]
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  1. A server is a type of computer that people can access through the Internet to visit a website.
    Sense id: simple-server-en-noun-JjtR3FiH
  2. A server is a person who serves food. Synonyms: waiter, waitress
    Sense id: simple-server-en-noun-XAx1c0nP
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