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Synonyms & Similar Words
middle
core
hub
nucleus
focal point
midpoint
central point
heart
pivot
axis
nucleus
kernel
crux
midst
median
mean
average
midpoint
intermediate
intermediate point
central location
halfway point
equidistant point
middle ground
central position
focal position
nucleus
nub
core area
inner area
central area.
Meaning of Center
The primary meaning of the word "Center" is a point that is equidistant from the vertices of a shape.
Definitions
- The point that is equidistant from the vertices of a shape.
- The middle point of a line, or a set of points, that is equidistant from the ends.
- A place or situation that is central or most important in a particular activity or process.
Etymology of Center
The word "Center" originated from the Old French word "centre", which in turn is derived from the Latin word "centrum", meaning "middle point".
The Latin "centrum" is related to the Greek word "kentron", meaning "pointed stick" or "goad", and is also connected to the verb "kentein", meaning "to sting" or "to goad".
Example Uses
- The city is the center of the country's economy.
- The center of the circle is the point where the radii intersect.
- The athlete's center of gravity shifted as she changed direction.