center of gravity

noun phrase

1

: center of mass

2

: the point at which the entire weight of a body may be considered as concentrated so that if supported at this point the body would remain in equilibrium in any position

3

: center sense 2a

Examples of center of gravity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Standing is typically the most challenging postural option, as center of gravity plays a crucial role in balance, stability and leverage. —Matt Parrott, Arkansas Online, 3 Aug. 2025

Performance marketing channels promised clean attribution and quick results, which shifted marketing's center of gravity from strategic brand-building to measurable, trackable execution. —Cody Gillund, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025

The landing – with the very quick fuel cutoff and short hop of the front end – indicates the center of gravity might be a tad rear-biased towards the pilot – who appears to be around 150 lb (68 kg) at most, if my eyes don't deceive me. —Joe Salas july 23, New Atlas, 23 July 2025

The center of gravity is the primary difference between dumbbells and adjustable kettlebells. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1633, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for center of gravity

• cavity
• concavity
• depravity
• intracavity
• microgravity
• supergravity

Kids Definition

center of gravity

: the point at which the entire weight of a body can be thought of as concentrated