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    Centrale (en. Central)

    /sɑ̃tʁal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Place or installation where a system of energy or activity is concentrated.
    The power plant supplies energy to the surrounding houses.
    La centrale électrique fournit de l'énergie aux maisons environnantes.
    Establishment that groups activities around a common theme.
    The purchasing center helps reduce costs for retailers.
    La centrale d'achat permet de réduire les coûts pour les commerçants.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'centralis', meaning 'in the center'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    nuclear power plant
    Installation where nuclear energy is produced.
    centrale nucléaire
    purchasing center
    Organization that groups purchases for multiple entities.
    centrale d'achat
    telephone exchange
    System allowing for the management of telephone communications.
    centrale téléphonique

    Related Words

    centrum
    Latin term meaning 'center'.
    centrum
    centrism
    Moderate political position.
    centrisme

    Slang Meanings

    Energy power plant
    This power plant is a real powerhouse.
    Cette centrale, c'est un vrai monstre de puissance.