service break Meaning of "service break"

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Definition(s):

  • (n) a tennis game won on the opponent's service

Usage(s):

  1. The second set dragged on for 21 games without a service breakuntil the younger Aussie slipped and fell, injuring his right instep.
  2. Evert Lloyd won the first set on its only service break.
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/ˌæ prɪ ˈhɛn sɪv /