hub

hub · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The central part of a wheel, rotating on or with the axle and from which the spokes radiate.

  2. 2.

    A center of activity, interest, or importance.

  3. 3.

    (computing) A device connecting multiple computers or networks.

Forms

plural: hubs

Related words

Antonyms: edge, periphery
See also: center, core, network
Synonyms: center, core, focal point

Etymology

Of unknown origin, possibly a variant of hob.