1. the middle point or part of something
2. a place where a particular activity is concentrated
3. a building or set of buildings used for a particular purpose

1. to place something in the middle
2. to focus attention or activity on something

Examples

• The statue stands in the center of the town square.
• She drew a circle and marked the center with a dot.
• The shopping center has over fifty stores.
• Please center the text on the page.
• The discussion centered on budget concerns.
• He works at the community center downtown.
• The earthquake’s center was located offshore.