hub

• Nom désignant un point central ou un dispositif qui relie plusieurs composants d'un réseau ou d'un système, facilitant la communication ou le transfert de données.

A noun referring to a central point or device that connects multiple components in a network or system, facilitating communication or data transfer.

1. Central point of activityB1formal

   A central point where many activities, operations, or connections converge.

   Centre d'activité

   • The city is a major transportation hub for the region.
   • The new community center became a hub for local events.
   • The airport serves as a hub for international flights.

   Synonymescapitalcentercorefocal pointheartmeccanerve centernucleuspivot

2. Network deviceB2formalIT

   A device that connects multiple computers or devices in a network, allowing them to communicate.

   Concentrateur réseau

   • The IT technician connected all the computers to the network hub.
   • A hub is a basic networking device used in local area networks.
   • The hub allows data to be transmitted between all connected devices.

   Synonymesrepeater

3. B2formal

   The central part of a wheel that rotates on an axle.

   Moyeu de roue

   • The wheel's hub is made of reinforced steel.
   • The mechanic replaced the damaged hub on the bicycle.
   • The hub connects the spokes to the axle of the wheel.

   Synonymesbosscenternave