be of service

be of service

To be able to help or serve someone. The resident file clerk is here! How can I be of service?
See also: of, service

be of service (to someone or something)

To help, serve, assist, or work for someone or some group or organization. Good evening, sir, how may I be of service? My father was of service to that company for over 50 years, and the only thing they gave him at the end was a cheap watch.
See also: of, service, someone
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

be of ˈservice (to somebody)

(formal) be helpful (to somebody): If I can be of service, please let me know.
See also: of, service
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

be of service

To be ready to help or be useful.
See also: of, service
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
See also:
  • be of service (to someone or something)
  • be at (one's) service
  • be at somebody's service
  • at service
  • at someone's service
  • at your service
  • at (one's) service
  • be at somebody's command
  • be at (one's) command
  • lame