The term SERVICE CHARGE can be broken down into three parts: FEE (3 letters), AWOL (4 letters), and COVERCHARGE (11 letters). A FEE is a payment made for a service, such as a doctor's visit or a lawyer's consultation. AWOL stands for Absent Without Leave, which is when a person fails to report for duty in the military. Finally, a cover charge is an additional FEE charged by a restaurant or bar for entertainment or services.