center of gravity

noun
UK: /ˌsentər əv ˈɡrævəti/
US: /ˌsentər əv ˈɡrævəti/

  1. The point in an object where its weight is evenly balanced.

    1. The center of gravity of the ball is in the middle.
    2. Finding the center of gravity is key to stable robot design and avoiding falls.

  2. The point around which the weight of a body or object is balanced and the force of gravity acts.

    1. The car has a low center of gravity for better handling.
    2. A lower center of gravity in race cars improves their performance on tight corners and high speeds.

  3. A central or crucial point where the main force or influence lies.

    1. The city is the center of gravity for business.
    2. The innovation hub became the center of gravity for tech startups and venture capital funding.

Synonyms

focal point heart core

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "center of gravity" in English means: The point in an object where its weight is evenly balanced., The point around which the weight of a body or object is balanced and the force of gravity acts., A central or crucial point where the main force or influence lies..

The phonetic transcription of "center of gravity" is /ˌsentər əv ˈɡrævəti/ in British English and /ˌsentər əv ˈɡrævəti/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "center of gravity": focal point, heart, core.

Example usage of "center of gravity": "The center of gravity of the ball is in the middle.". More examples on the page.