centering
ˈsɛn.tər.ɪŋ
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Definition of centering - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
mental focusfocus of attention or energy on something
  • Her centering on studies improved her grades.
concentration focusing
2.
alignmentRareprocess of aligning something to the centerRare
  • Centering the text made the document look neat.
adjustment alignment positioning
3.
constructionTECH.temporary framework used in arch constructionTECH.
  • The workers adjusted the centering to support the arch better..
framework scaffolding support

Adjective

1.
balanceproviding balance or focus to a central point
  • The centering meditation helped calm her mind.
balancing focusing stabilizing
2.
alignmentRareUSrelated to aligning or positioning centrallyRareUS
  • The centering mechanism ensures the wheels are aligned.
aligning centralizing focusing
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Images of centering

  • centering: temporary framework used in arch construction
    temporary framework used in arch construction

Expressions with centering

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able to move itself to the center automatically
This self-centering chuck makes setup much easier.

Origin of centering

Latin, centrum (center)

Terms with centering included in their meaning

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arch construction
part of an arch centering used for loosening

Examples of centering in a sentence

  • His centering on the project led to its success.
  • The centering of the image improved the layout.
  • Proper centering of the logo was crucial for the design.
  • They removed the centering after the arch was completed.
  • Centering is essential for building stable arches.
  • The centering force of the wheel kept it stable.

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  1. French:centrage, focalisant, ...
  2. German:Fokus, zentrierend, ...
  3. Italian:concentrazione, centrante, ...
  4. Spanish:enfoque, centrante, ...
  5. Portuguese:foco, centralizador, ...
  6. Chinese:专注, 平衡的, ...
  7. Japanese:センタリング, 中心化する, ...
  8. Arabic:تَرْكِيز, مُرَكِّز, ...
  9. Hebrew:מִיקּוּד, מְמַרְכֵּז, ...
  10. Russian:сосредоточение, центрирующий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:зосередженість, центруючий, ...
  12. Hindi:एकाग्रता, केंद्रित, ...
center US
ˈsɛntər
See also: centre (UK)

Definition of center - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
core areaUSmiddle point or part of somethingUS
  • She drew a dot at the center of the circle..
core hub middle
2.
spatial midpointUSarea approximately central within a regionUS
  • The city center is always busy.
core hub middle
3.
gathering hubUSplace where a particular activity or service is concentratedUS
  • The city is a major center for the arts..
hub nucleus

Verb

1.
positioningtr.USplace an object in the middle of an areatr.US
  • Center the vase on the table.
centralize focus
2.
attention focusintr.USfocus attention on a particular subjectintr.US
  • The discussion centered on climate change.
concentrate direct focus
3.
adjustmenttr.RareUSadjust a value to be midway between extremestr.RareUS
  • Center the audio levels for balance.
align balance

Adjective

1.
symmetrical positionUSequally distant from all pointsUS
  • The center piece was perfectly aligned with the room..
central equidistant middle
2.
neutralityUSpolitically or intellectually neutralUS
  • Her views are center, appealing to moderates.
centrist moderate neutral
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Expressions with center

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focus on or revolve around a main topic
The discussion will center around the new policy changes.
have as the main point or core
The story centers on a young detective.
important or prominent position
The issue took center stage in the debate.
the exact middle of something
The target was hit dead center.
in a position slightly left of the center
The painting was hung left of center on the wall.
the most important place or person
She acts like she's the center of the universe.

Origin of center

Latin, centrum (center)

Examples of center in a sentence

  • They met at the center of the town square.
  • The center of the park is a great spot for picnics.
  • They live in the center of the country, far from the coast.
  • The town became a center for tech startups.
  • The mall is a center of local commerce.
  • The center scored the winning goal.

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  1. French:centre, centrer, ...
  2. German:Mitte, zentrieren, ...
  3. Italian:nucleo, centrare, ...
  4. Spanish:núcleo, centrar, ...
  5. Portuguese:meio, centralizar, ...
  6. Chinese:中心, 放在中央, ...
  7. Japanese:中心点, 中央に置く, ...
  8. Arabic:مَرْكَز, وَسَّط, ...
  9. Hebrew:מֶרְכָּז, לְמַרְכֵּז, ...
  10. Russian:центр, центрировать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:центр, центрувати, ...
  12. Hindi:केंद्र, बीच में रखना, ...
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