center

1. center (noun) — sense 1

Definition: The point in the interior of a circle that is equidistant from all points on the circumference.

Example: If a point be taken within a circle, and more than two equal straight lines fall from the point on the circle, the point taken is the centre of the circle.

2. center (noun) — sense 2

Definition: The point in the interior of a sphere that is equidistant from all points on the circumference.

Example: Japanese scientists are to explore the centre of the Earth. Using a giant drill ship launched next month, the researchers aim to be the first to punch a hole through the rocky crust that covers our planet and to reach the mantle below.

3. center (noun) — sense 3

Definition: The middle portion of something; the part well away from the edges.

4. center (adj) — sense 4

Definition: Of, at, or related to a center.

5. center (verb) — sense 5

Definition: To cause (an object) to occupy the center of an area.

Example: ????, Matthew Prior, Celia to Damon
Thy joys are centred all in me alone.

6. center (verb) — sense 6

Definition: To cause (some attribute, such as a mood or voltage) to be adjusted to a value which is midway between the extremes.

7. center (verb) — sense 7

Definition: To give (something) a central basis.

Example: However, Lucas also centered the plot around the protection of the secret Death Star plans, which now filled the role of the clan treasure the enemy is seeking in Hidden Fortress; […]