civic center

/ˌsɪvɪk ˌsɛntər/
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Other forms: civic centers

Definitions of civic center
  1. noun
    the center of a city
    synonyms: down town, municipal center
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    type of:
    hub
    a center of activity or interest or commerce or transportation; a focal point around which events revolve
  2. noun
    a center where the members of a community can gather for social or cultural activities
    synonyms: community center
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    type of:
    center, centre
    a building dedicated to a particular activity
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