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/ˈsɛntɹəl/ · cen·tral
adjective
  1. Being in the centre. The city is central to the country's economy.
  2. Having or containing the centre of something. The central part of the flower is the reproductive organ.
  3. Being very important, or key to something. The central theme of the novel is the struggle for power.
noun
  1. A central part or area of something. The central square of the city is a popular tourist destination.
adverb
  1. From or towards the centre. The central heating system is not working properly.
Did you know? The word 'central' has been used in various contexts, including in the title of the famous novel 'Central Station' by Judd Trichter.

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Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026