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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This lack of access affects families in places such as the Eastern Shore and Western Maryland, where full-service branches can be hard to reach. — Michael Faulkender, Baltimore Sun, 31 Aug. 2026 The Best Beach Clubs Umbrellas and loungers near the water, a full-service restaurant up on the endless dunes, and the ability to order an actual meal while fully reclined. — Mattie Kahn, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026 The venue will feature a two-story lounge overlooking Turns 12 through 15, all-inclusive food and drinks, a full-service concierge and guest services team, plus venue-exclusive entertainment. — Megan Dubois, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026 Yes, features a full-service spa All listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 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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