off-center
|off-center|
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/ˌɔfˈsɛntər/
🇬🇧
/ˌɒfˈsɛntə/
slightly off balance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'off-center' originates from the combination of 'off' meaning 'away from' and 'center' meaning 'middle point'.
Historical Evolution
'Off-center' evolved from the Old English 'of' meaning 'away' and Latin 'centrum' meaning 'center'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'away from the center', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not exactly in the center; slightly to one side.
The painting was hung off-center on the wall.
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Adverb 1
in a manner that is not centered.
The sculpture was placed off-center to create a dynamic effect.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40