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community center

American  

noun

  1. a building or other place in which members of a community may gather for social, educational, or cultural activities.


Etymology

Origin of community center

An Americanism dating back to 1910–15

Example Sentences

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He delivered a speech at a London community center on Monday, without a jacket or tie and with his shirtsleeves rolled up.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

Initial plans are focusing on key areas, including a proposed civic redevelopment site with a community center, municipal buildings, and affordable housing, as well as an industrial zone near Comox Lake.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

The imagery is everywhere in town; recent grad Sam Geller recalls playing a Lenox-themed Monopoly rip-off at the community center growing up.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Feb. 1 to the Quail Hill community center area after receiving a report of a possible rattlesnake bite, said Kyle Oldoerp, public information officer for the Irvine Police Department.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

Well, that certainly had me quiet as Jennifer and I walked down Angeles Vista toward the community center.

From "It All Comes Down to This" by Karen English

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