Meaning & use
ctr.
A written short form of the word "center," commonly used in addresses, signs, and building names.
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The mall directory listed "Info Ctr." near the main entrance.
We parked near the Community Ctr. before walking to the festival.
A note on using this word
"Ctr." is common in informal writing and signage but is generally spelled out as "center" in formal text.
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