Gen Alpha slang · Verb
serving
Meaning
Serving is Gen Alpha slang for delivering a look with confidence, used mainly by ages 12–30.
Where it came from
From ballroom culture. Often followed by a noun: "serving looks".
Tone check
A compliment.
Used in a sentence
"She's serving."
Peak: 2018–2026
Age range: 12–30
Safe for adults to use
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