community center

American  

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of community center

An Americanism dating back to 1910–15

Example Sentences

She works at a school during the year, and she’s teaching music classes and lessons over at the community center this summer.”

From Literature

I went to the front of the community center and found Oliver slouching on a wooden bench.

From Literature

Encouraging heart healthy habits in schools, community centers, pediatric clinics and gynecology offices can help prevent disease before it starts.

From Science Daily

The Together California village will also feature a 7,000-square-foot community center offering enrichment programs and services for the foster children and their caretakers, a garden, and open spaces.

From MarketWatch

Andrew Grant had just finished an afternoon of door-knocking in his uphill bid for Congress when he decided to drop by the Muslim community center in Folsom.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• civic center