center; core; main part; institution
Meanings
4 senses · 12 examplesnoun
central point; midpoint
Refers to the geometric center or the middle point of a physical space.
There is an octagonal pavilion at the center of the lawn.
He stood at the center of the stage.
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The temperature at the Earth's core is extremely high.
noun
core; main part; focus
Used metaphorically for the most important or essential part of an abstract concept, idea, or work.
The core idea of this article is environmental protection.
His speech grasped the crux of the problem.
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Education is the center of his life.
noun
center; hub (city or area)
Refers to a place that serves as a focal point for a specific activity, like finance, culture, or politics.
Beijing is the political center of China.
Shanghai is an important financial hub.
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This small town is the commercial center for the surrounding area.
noun
center; institution; facility
Often part of the formal name of an organization or facility providing specialized services.
He works at this research and development center.
The child was taken to the community activity center.
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We contacted the customer service center.