centering

American  

[sen-ter-ing] / ˈsɛn tər ɪŋ /

noun

1. a temporary framework for supporting a masonry arch during construction until it is able to stand by itself.

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centering British  

/ ˈsɛntərɪŋ /

noun

1. a US spelling of centring

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Etymology

Origin of centering

First recorded in 1760–70; center + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

“Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen” is a horror drama centering on a soon-to-be bride and groom, although the title seems to imply they never make it to the altar.

From Los Angeles Times

After reading Louisa May Alcott’s “Little Women,” she explained, she yearned for more “old-fashioned” stories centering girls and women.

From Los Angeles Times

At the same time, there has been a centering of coaches in the sport.

From The Wall Street Journal

I go there every day, and it is the most blissful, centering, connected part of the day.

From The Wall Street Journal

We’re centering people who are currently being called terrorists for simply existing in this world.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• absorption
• combination
• consolidation