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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.

3. dcps.duvalschools.org › domain › 7851FOCUS - Online Grade Portal / Focus School Software

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   As part of the District’s goal to ensure effective, equitable, and efficient use of resources, Duval County Public Schools has implemented Focus, a Student Information System. The district’s student information system allows parents to access grades, progress reports and attendance.

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

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   noun. , plural fo·cus·es or (especially British) fo·cus·ses, fo·ci [foh, -sahy, -kahy]. a central point, as of attraction, attention, or activity: The need to prevent a nuclear war became the focus of all diplomatic efforts. Synonyms: nucleus, core, heart, center. close attention or concentration:

5. 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.

6. osceola.focusschoolsoftware.com › focusOsceola County Schools

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   Osceola County Schools. Parents: Forgot Password? Log In. Department of Children & Families Abuse Hotline 1-800-962-2873. This is a restricted network. Use of this network, its equipment, and resources is monitored at all times and requires explicit permission from the network administrator and Focus Student Information System.

7. lee.focusschoolsoftware.com › focusLee County Schools

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   Lee County Schools. ATTENTION PARENTS/GUARDIANS. Lee County's Focus Parent Portal app provides parents/guardians a real-time view of their child's assignment grades, attendance, current grade averages in all classes, as well as progress monitoring results.

8. www.verywellmind.com › things-you-can-do-toHow to Focus: 7 Useful Tips That Can Help - Verywell Mind

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   Aug 14, 2023 · 1. Evaluate How Mentally Focused You Are. Studio Firma / Getty Images. Before you start working toward learning how to focus, you might want to begin by assessing just how strong your mental focus is at the present moment. Your Focus Is Good If... You find it easy to stay alert. You set goals and break tasks up into smaller parts.