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   Fo·cus

   /ˈfōkəs/

   

   noun

   • 1. the center of interest or activity: "this generation has made the environment a focus of attention" Similar centerfocal pointcentral pointcenter of attentionhubpivotnucleusheartcornerstonelinchpinkingpinbedrockbasisanchorbackbonecynosure
   • ▪ an act of concentrating interest or activity on something: "our focus on the customer's requirements" Similar emphasisaccentpriorityattentionconcentrationweightagesubjectthemeconcernsubject mattertopicissuequestiontextthesiscontentpointmotifthreadsubstanceessencegistmatter
   • ▪ the point of origin of an earthquake.
   • ▪ the principal site of an infection or other disease.
   • 2. the state or quality of having or producing clear visual definition: "his face is rather out of focus" Similar focal pointpoint of convergence
   • ▪ another term for focal point
   • ▪ the point at which an object must be situated with respect to a lens or mirror for an image of it to be well defined.
   • ▪ a device on a lens which can be adjusted to produce a clear image.
   • 3. one of the fixed points from which the distances to any point of a given curve, such as an ellipse or parabola, are connected by a linear relation.
   • 4. the part of a sentence given prominence, usually for emphasis or contrast, e.g., Bob in it was Bob who came, not Bill.

   verb

   • 1. (of a person or their eyes) adapt to the prevailing level of light and become able to see clearly: "try to focus on a stationary object"
   • ▪ cause (one's eyes) to focus: "trying to focus his bleary eyes on Corbett"
   • ▪ adjust the focus of (a telescope, camera, or other instrument): "they were focusing a telescope on a star" Similar bring into focusbring to a focusaimpointturn
   • ▪ (of rays or waves) meet at a single point.
   • ▪ (of a lens) make (rays or waves) meet at a single point.
   • ▪ (of light, radio waves, or other energy) become concentrated into a sharp beam of light or energy.
   • ▪ (of a lens) concentrate (light, radio waves, or energy) into a sharp beam. Similar bring into focusbring to a focusaimpointturn
   • 2. pay particular attention to: "the study will focus on a number of areas in Wales"
   • ▪ concentrate: "an opportunity to focus research on the health needs of the population" Similar concentratefixcenterpivotzero inzoom inaddress itself topay attention topinpointspotlightrevolve aroundhave as its starting point
   • 3. place the focus on (a part of a sentence).

   Word Origin mid 17th century (as a term in geometry and physics): from Latin, literally ‘domestic hearth’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. focuser noun

   Scrabble Points: 10

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › focusFocus Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   1. a. : a center of activity, attraction, or attention. the focus of the meeting was drug abuse. put immigration into focus as a hot topic for commentators. b. : a point of concentration. 2. : directed attention : emphasis. The focus is on helping the homeless. 3. a. : direction sense 6c. the team lost focus. b.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishFOCUS | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   FOCUS definition: 1. the main or central point of something, especially of attention or interest: 2. careful…. Learn more.

4. www.dictionary.com › browse › focusFOCUS Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Focus definition: a central point, as of attraction, attention, or activity. See examples of FOCUS used in a sentence.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › focusFOCUS | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   the person or thing that is getting most attention in a situation or activity: the focus of our attention. He is the focus of a police investigation. [ U ] the special attention you give to something: Their main focus must be on reducing crime. in focus. If an image is in focus, you are able to see it clearly. out of focus.

6. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › focusFocus - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Definitions of focus. noun. the concentration of attention or energy on something. “the focus of activity shifted to molecular biology” synonyms: centering, direction, focal point, focusing, focussing. see more. noun. special emphasis attached to something. synonyms: stress. see more. verb. direct one's attention on something.

7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitionfocus verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage ...

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   Check pronunciation: focus. Definition of focus verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

8. www.thefreedictionary.com › focusFocus - definition of focus by The Free Dictionary

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   1. To cause (light rays, for example) to converge on or toward a central point; concentrate. 2. a. To render (an object or image) in clear outline or sharp detail by adjustment of one's vision or an optical device; bring into focus. b.