中枢
Meanings
1
Refers to the central or most important part of an organization, system, or activity; often used in political, economic, or administrative contexts.
He is active at the center of the party.
This city plays a central role in the economy.
2
Used almost exclusively in the compound 中枢神経系 (central nervous system); rarely appears alone in this sense.
See also: 中枢神経系
The central nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉の中枢を担うto serve as the core/hub of an organization
This ministry serves as the core of the government.
- 中枢に位置するto be positioned at the center/core
This department is positioned at the core of the company.
- 中枢を成すto constitute the core/hub of something
The capital constitutes the core of the nation.