center console
Americannoun
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the section of the interior of a car between the two front seats where various controls can be found.
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a type of boat having a single deck, an open hull, and the helm in the center of the deck.
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In our experience, seamless connecting and no cables cluttering the center console are reasons enough to insist on wireless smartphone interfacing.
From MarketWatch • Nov. 26, 2025
When I’d gotten into my supercar for my final session, I’d unthinkingly stashed my phone in the storage container in the center console.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 9, 2025
City officials said the vehicle was equipped with police lights and several radios were mounted on the center console.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 27, 2025
There are door pockets that can accommodate water bottles and a center console compartment that’s good for stowing your smartphone.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 28, 2024
She grazed her fingertips across the center console, her nails scraping the hard plastic.
From "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henríquez
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