"Centre of the Universe" meaning in All languages combined

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Proper name [English]

Audio: En-au-Centre of the Universe.ogg
Head templates: {{en-proper noun|head=Centre of the Universe}} Centre of the Universe
  1. (slang, Canada, derogatory) The city of Toronto, due to its perceived self-absorbed haughty attitude. Wikipedia link: Centre of the Universe Tags: Canada, derogatory, slang Related terms: Center of the Universe
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