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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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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

No, it was very centering and I found it a thrilling experience working with him.

From Los Angeles Times

It includes some of our must-have tech, such as automatic emergency braking and steering, adaptive cruise control with lane centering, and automatic high beams.

From MarketWatch

Unlike most retailers, which add stores near customers, Goodwill is centering its real estate around its supply chain.

From The Wall Street Journal

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