centering

(noun) the concentration of attention or energy on something. Synonyms: focus, focusing, focussing, focal point, direction. Examples: "The focus of activity shifted to molecular biology." "He had no direction in his life."

(noun) (American football) putting the ball in play by passing it (between the legs) to a back. Synonyms: snap. Example: "The quarterback fumbled the snap."

(verb) center upon. Synonyms: focus on, center on, revolve around, revolve about, concentrate on, center. Examples: "Her entire attention centered on her children." "Our day revolved around our work."

(verb) direct one's attention on something. Synonyms: concentrate, focus, center, centre, pore, rivet. Example: "Please focus on your studies and not on your hobbies."

(verb) move into the center. Synonyms: center, centre. Example: "That vase in the picture is not centered."