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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Over the years, Parton’s appearances on variety shows, specials, TV films and series tracked her evolution from simple country singer to full-service pop star. — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026 That convenience is supported by Royal Towers, a full-service cooperative building constructed in the early 1960s. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 26 Aug. 2026 The report found that 87% of full-service operators and 80% of limited-service operators said beverages can be an important driver of customer traffic. — Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2026 The 12-acre campus features 1,500 feet of private white-sand beaches, luxurious rooms and suites, a full-service spa, marina, rooftop and oceanfront pools, and two restaurants. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for full-service

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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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