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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.


centering British  
/ ˈsɛntərɪŋ /

noun

  1. a US spelling of centring

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of centering

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

Example Sentences

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In Memphis, Tenn., 31-year old Justin Pearson is finding support by centering data-center opposition in his Democratic campaign for Congress.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Going into the tournament there was a lot of talk centering on how Aronimink could prove too easy for the world's best.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

This time, instead of centering around the private sector, a Treasury crisis could hamper the government’s ability to finance itself.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

Janecke set up the score, skating behind the net, then delivering a short centering pass for Dunne on the edge of the crease.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2026

But instead, I force myself to take three deep, centering breaths.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy

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