dead center . dead center {n.} The exact middle. The treasure was buried in the dead center of the island. Often used like an adverb. The arrow hit the circle dead center. Categories: add yours {n.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 To section: D Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Discuss