central
/sɑ̃tʁal/
1.
adjective
located at or near the centre
central, main, of prime importance (figurative)
2.
nounmasculine
telephone exchange; switchboard
Le central est en panne, on ne peut plus passer d'appels.
The telephone exchange is down; we can't make calls.
Synonyms:centrale téléphonique
3.
nounmasculine
centre-back (football); central defender
L'entraîneur titularise un nouveau central pour renforcer la défense.
The coach is starting a new centre-back to strengthen the defence.
Synonyms:défenseur central
