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- pronunciation:
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- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the point that is the same distance from all points on the outside line or surface of something; exact middle.
We will call the center of the circle point A.- similar words:
- axis, median, middle
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| definition 2: |
the area or part of something that forms the middle.
There is a nut in the center of this candy.The post office is in the center of the town.
- synonyms:
- core, heart, kernel, middle
- similar words:
- belly, nucleus
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| definition 3: |
a place, person, or thing that is the main object of attention or interest.
There were many good paintings, but the unusual sculpture was the center of attention at the exhibit.- synonyms:
- focus, hub
- similar words:
- nucleus, star
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| definition 4: |
a place of activity that attracts people from different places.
We play basketball at the community center on Saturdays.Mali was a center of commerce and learning in the Middle Ages.- synonyms:
- base, focus, headquarters, hub, nucleus
- similar words:
- core, home, seat
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| definition 5: |
a player who is in a middle position on a playing field or court.
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| related words: |
base, capital, club, hall, hub, interior, midst, thick |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
centers, centering, centered |
| definition 1: |
to place at a center.
Please center the title on the page.- similar words:
- focus, pinpoint
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| definition 2: |
to focus or concentrate.
We centered our thoughts on finding ways to help the people in need.- synonyms:
- concentrate, focus
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