ˈsə:vəu n. (pl. -os) 1 (in full servo-mechanism) a powered
mechanism producing
motion or forces at a higher
level of
energy than the input level, e.g. in the brakes
and steering of
large motor vehicles,
esp.
where feedback is employed to
make the
control automatic. 2 (in full servo-motor) the
motive element in a servo-mechanism. 3 (in comb.) of or involving a servo-mechanism (servo-assisted). [L servus slave]