hub-and-spoke design
nounUK /ˌhʌb ən ˈspəʊk dɪˈzaɪn/
US /ˌhʌb ən ˈspoʊk dɪˈzaɪn/
A way of arranging things with one main center and lines going out to smaller parts.
The airport uses a hub-and-spoke design, with all flights connecting through one big central terminal.
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2. A computer network setup where every device connects to one central computer.
The office network follows a hub-and-spoke design, so all computers link to the main server.
3. A transport system where travelers pass through one main city to reach smaller places.
Many airlines rely on a hub-and-spoke design to fill planes and save money.
4. A business structure with one headquarters controlling several branch offices.
The company adopted a hub-and-spoke design, keeping decisions at headquarters while branches handle local sales.