What does serve a purpose mean?

Definition

Have a practical function or use.

Example sentences

• It's used for cutting paper.🔊

  It's used for cutting paper.

• It's used for writing.🔊

  It's used for writing.

• The knife is used for cutting bread.🔊

  The knife is used for cutting bread.

serve a purpose in other languages

• In Portuguese
• In French
• In Japanese