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English word origin

Etymology of servo

Clipping of servomotor.

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Source etymology 1

Original entry ↗
noun

A servomechanism. · A servomotor.

verb

To control by means of servocontrol.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clipping of servomotor.

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Source etymology 2

Original entry ↗
noun

A service station, being a place to buy petrol for cars etc., as well as various convenience items, with or without actual car service facilities.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clipping of service station + -o.

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