community centre

noun

UK /kəˈmjuː.nə.ti ˌsen.tər/

US /kəˈmjuː.nə.t̬i ˌsen.t̬ɚ/

A community centre is a building where people in a neighborhood go to meet, play, and do fun things together.

The kids take art classes at the community centre every Saturday.

SYNONYMS

community hall neighborhood center civic center recreation center social center

RELATED WORDS

library town hall youth club meeting place local park

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A place run by a local group that offers classes, clubs, and events for residents.

The community centre hosts a weekly cooking club for seniors.

3. A public building used for social gatherings and group activities.

They rented the community centre for the neighborhood potluck.

4. A facility providing services and support to a local area.

The community centre offers free tutoring after school.