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Definition of multicentered

multicentered

/ˌmʌl.tiˈsɛn.tɚd/
(UK: multicentred)
mul · ti · cen · tered
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• adjective

1

Conducted at or involving multiple separate research or medical institutions simultaneously.

Example

"The researchers designed a multicentered clinical trial to ensure a diverse and comprehensive patient sample."

2

Having or involving more than one center, focal point, or central core.

Example

"The empire transitioned into a multicentered political entity to better govern its vast and diverse territories."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In British English, it is typically spelled 'multicentred'. It is most frequently encountered in scientific and medical contexts, particularly describing large-scale clinical trials.

• Rhymes for multicentered

• Nearby Words

multicampus
multicandidate
multicelled
multicentered
multichamber
multichannel
multicity

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the Latin prefix 'multi-' (many) combined with the English word 'center' and the adjectival suffix '-ed'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Multicentered. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/multicentered
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