centric

cen·tric | \ ˈsen-trik

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Definition of centric

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : located in or at a center : central a centric point

2 : concentrated about or directed to a center a centric activity

3 : of, relating to, or having a centromere

4 : of, relating to, or resembling an order (Centrales) of radially symmetrical diatoms

-centric

adjective combining form

Definition of -centric (Entry 2 of 2)

1 : having (such) a center or (such or so many) centers polycentric

2 : having (something specified) as its center heliocentric

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Examples of centric in a Sentence

Adjective combining form The solar system is heliocentric, meaning that the sun is at its center.

Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective The issue of transportation will continue to attract more attention, especially in car-centric Dallas-Fort Worth. — Sheryl Jean, Dallas News, "Transportation options are increasing for seniors," 3 Mar. 2020 Rumors began swirling about a Picard-centric spin-off series shortly after Star Trek: Discovery showrunner Alex Kurtzmann signed a five-year development deal with CBS to further expand the franchise for its streaming service. — Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, "It’s just one big ST:TNG reunion in latest trailer for Star Trek: Picard," 5 Oct. 2019 It was announced earlier on Tuesday that the long-running superhero drama’s producers are developing a female-centric Arrowverse series. — Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, "Arrow final season trailer reveals first look at Oliver's mission to save the multiverse," 24 Sep. 2019 Mills said the actress-centric series was ahead of its time in terms of female empowerment in Hollywood. — Washington Post, "Star trio from ‘Knots Landing’ keep each other in stitches," 19 July 2019 It's been a busy week for the Clooney's as George is currently promoting his newest project, a military-centric mini-series called Catch-22 for Hulu. — Chrissy Rutherford, Harper's BAZAAR, "Amal Clooney Gives Old Hollywood Glamour Better Than A Movie Star," 10 May 2019 According to the Hollywood Reporter, production will kick off in March, just one year after the New York-centric series was picked up by Amazon for two seasons. — Caroline Hallemann, Town & Country, "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," 7 Feb. 2018 In March, Instagram deleted student Rupi Kaur's menstruation-centric photo series twice before apologizing. — Chelsea Peng, Marie Claire, "Why Is It That Normal Blood Is Fine, but Period Blood Is Offensive?," 3 Sep. 2015 There are still hundreds of burger-centric Big Boy restaurants in the U.S., most—except where grim zoning laws disallow it—featuring the outdoor statue. — Bob Greene, WSJ, "Here’s to Your Health, Big Boy," 1 Mar. 2020

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“Centric.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/centric. Accessed 1 Apr. 2020.

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-centric

adjective combining form

English Language Learners Definition of -centric

: having (something) at the center

: having (something) as a central interest, influence, subject, etc.

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Medical Definition of centric

1 : of or relating to a nerve center

2 : of, relating to, or having a centromere

3 of dental occlusion : involving spatial relationships such that all teeth of both jaws meet in a normal manner and forces exerted by the lower on the upper jaw are perfectly distributed in the dental arch

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