Meaning of the word central in English

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central

US /ˈsen.trəl/

UK /ˈsen.trəl/

located in the middle of a place or thing

Example:

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The park is in the central part of the city.

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The central heating system needs repair.

Synonym:

middle mid core inner

Synonym:

peripheral outer external

of the greatest importance; principal or essential

Example:

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The central issue of the debate was economic policy.

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His role in the project was absolutely central.

Synonym:

key main primary crucial vital

Synonym:

minor insignificant trivial

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