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Definition of high-centred in English: high-centred(US high-centered) adjective hʌɪˈsɛntəd 2Of a narrow (dirt) road or track: having a ridge along its centre, formed as ruts are worn away on either side; characterized by such ridges. 3Of a vehicle: stuck fast by its chassis on a high centre, uneven ground, or on any obstacle on the road, track, etc., with the wheels raised off the ground or unable to gain traction. Now also figurative.
OriginMid 19th century. From high + centred. Definition of high-centred in US English: high-centred(US high-centered) adjectivehʌɪˈsɛntəd 2Of a narrow (dirt) road or track: having a ridge along its centre, formed as ruts are worn away on either side; characterized by such ridges. 3Of a vehicle: stuck fast by its chassis on a high centre, uneven ground, or on any obstacle on the road, track, etc., with the wheels raised off the ground or unable to gain traction. Now also figurative.
OriginMid 19th century. From high + centred. |