1. A horse or other animal that is fit for riding or working purposes, though not necessarily of superior quality or breeding
The old serviceable mount carried the farmer across the fields without complaint.
A velha montaria útil levava o fazendeiro pelos campos sem reclamação.
2. Any animal suitable for practical use in transportation or work, meeting basic functional requirements
For the long journey, they needed a serviceable mount that was strong and reliable.
Para a longa jornada, precisavam de um cavalo de serviço forte e confiável.