server

Meanings

Plural: servers

Noun

• a person whose occupation is to serve at table (as in a restaurant)
• (court games) the player who serves to start a point
• (computer science) a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network
• utensil used in serving food or drink
• A program that provides services to other programs or devices, either in the same computer or over a computer network.
• A computer dedicated to running such programs.
• A community space where only those who joined it can communicate in channels.
• One who serves.
• A waitress or waiter.
• One who serves.
• The player who serves the ball.
• One who serves.
• A priest's attendant at the celebration of the Eucharist.
• A tray for dishes.
• A spoon for serving food.

Synonyms

acolyte, altar server, host, salver, waiter

Antonyms

client