centering

• Существительное, обозначающее действие по фокусировке внимания или энергии на чём-либо, или в американском футболе — действие по передаче мяча между ног бегущему назад для начала розыгрыша.

A noun referring to the act of focusing attention or energy on something, or in American football, the action of passing the ball between the legs to a back to start a play.

1. Focus of attentionB2formal

   The act of directing one's attention or energy toward a particular subject or activity.

   Сосредоточение

   • The centering of the discussion on climate change was crucial.
   • Her centering on the task helped her finish quickly.
   • Meditation involves the centering of the mind on the present moment.

   Synonymsconcentrationfocusfocusing

   Antonymsdistractioninattentionneglect

2. Snap in American footballB2formalamerican

   In American football, the action of putting the ball into play by passing it backward between the legs to a back player.

   Вбрасывание

   • The quarterback called for the centering of the ball.
   • A perfect centering is essential for a successful play.
   • The center's centering was off, causing a fumble.

   Synonymshikesnap

• Глагол, означающий поместить что-то в середину или сосредоточить внимание на определённой точке или предмете.

A verb meaning to place something in the middle or to focus attention on a particular point or subject.

1. Place in the middleA2formalamerican

   To position something at the middle point of an area or object.

   Расположить в центре

   • Please center the picture on the wall.
   • He centered the text on the page.
   • The designer centered the logo in the middle of the banner.

   Synonymscentralizeconcentratefocus

2. Focus or concentrateB1formalamerican

   To direct attention or effort toward a particular thing.

   Сосредоточиться

   • The discussion centered on the new policy changes.
   • Her research centers around climate change.
   • The campaign centers on improving public health.

   Synonymsconcentrateconcentrate onconvergedirectfixfocus

   Antonymsdispersedistractscatter

Phrasal variantscenter on