General
got served
What does got served mean?
Being outperformed or out-lifted by someone, especially right after boasting about your own strength.
"He talked big, then got served on the deadlift."
Origin
General 'served' slang for being bested, applied to gym one-upmanship.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'got served' mean in the gym?
It means you were out-lifted or beaten by someone else, especially embarrassingly right after you'd been bragging about your own strength.
Where does 'served' as slang come from?
It's general slang for being decisively bested or humiliated in a contest, borrowed into gym culture for one-upmanship between lifters.
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