community center

noun

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

Examples of community center in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Another $70 million will go toward community centers such as a recreation center in Steele Creek or a civic center closer to uptown. — Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 1 Oct. 2026

According to Raybould, the investigation into the organization began in 2024, and investigators discovered that kilos of drugs – including cocaine – were being distributed from five trap houses located near schools, parks, and community centers. — Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026

With sport fields and courts, playgrounds, a community center, pool, splash pad, and more, the spot is always buzzing with activity. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026

As a city council member, Ashby secured funding for schools, community centers, parks and fire stations. — Alula Alderson, Sacbee.com, 27 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for community center

• centre
• enter
• renter
• stentor
• dissenter
• frequenter
• indenter
• inventor
• precentor
• preventer
• tormentor
• epicenter

Kids Definition

community center

noun

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