centering

To cause (an object) to occupy the center of an area.

“He centered the heading of the document.”

To cause (some attribute, such as a mood or voltage) to be adjusted to a value which is midway between the extremes.

To give (something) a central basis.

To concentrate on (something), to pay close attention to (something).

“The discussion centered around the recent issues.”

To form a recess or indentation for the reception of a center.

A type of formwork which serves as a temporary structure during the construction of arches and bridges.

The process of moving something to a centre, normally before some other process.