1. The main governing authority of a country or nation that exercises power over the entire territory and population
The central government passed new legislation affecting all states.
O governo central aprovou uma nova legislação que afeta todos os estados.
2. The highest level of government administration, typically located in the capital city
Decisions made by the central government must be implemented by local authorities.
As decisões tomadas pelo governo central devem ser implementadas pelas autoridades locais.