community center

noun

: a building or group of buildings for a community's educational and recreational activities

Examples of community center in a Sentence

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Advertisement These events, organized by political and neighborhood groups — as well as activists and candidates — were typically held in parks and community centers and might feature live music and food. Daniel Miller, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2024 In October, Harris visited restaurants and community centers putting together relief packages for Hurricane Helene victims. Meghan McCarron, Bon Appétit, 29 Oct. 2024 Most of the Lilly grant will pay for redeveloping the last remnant of the former plant into a year-round event and community center, which will serve as the centerpiece of the park's expansion. Alysa Guffey, The Indianapolis Star, 29 Oct. 2024 Milwaukee Recreation will not have to change any of its spending plans, including a new community center and aquatic facility at the former Browning School, an official said. Hope Karnopp, Journal Sentinel, 27 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for community center 

Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of community center was in 1899

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“Community center.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/community%20center. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

community center

noun
: a building or group of buildings for a community's educational and recreational activities
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