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- DictionaryFo·cal point/ˈfōkəl ˌpoint/
noun
- 1. the point at which rays or waves meet after reflection or refraction, or the point from which diverging rays or waves appear to proceed.
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the point at which all elements or aspects converge; center of activity or attention: The focal point of our discussion was the need for action. the central or principal point of focus. focal point. noun.
1. : focus sense 4a. 2. : focus sense 1a. Examples of focal point in a Sentence. This port was the focal point of trade two centuries ago. Recent Examples on the Web Here the landscaping around the in-ground pool is the focal point.
FOCAL POINT definition: 1. the thing that everyone looks at or is interested in: 2. the point where waves of light or…. Learn more.
FOCAL POINT meaning: 1. the thing that everyone looks at or is interested in: 2. the point where waves of light or…. Learn more.
Definitions of focal point. noun. a point of convergence of light (or other radiation) or a point from which it diverges. synonyms: focus. see more. noun. the concentration of attention or energy on something. synonyms: centering, direction, focus, focusing, focussing. see more.
focal point. noun. /ˈfəʊkl pɔɪnt/. /ˈfəʊkl pɔɪnt/. a thing or person that is the centre of interest or activity. In rural areas, the school is often the focal point for the local community. He quickly became the focal point for those who disagreed with government policy. Extra Examples.
the point at which all elements or aspects converge; center of activity or attention: The focal point of our discussion was the need for action. the central or principal point of focus.
1. Also called: principal focus, focus. the point on the axis of a lens or mirror to which parallel rays of light converge or from which they appear to diverge after refraction or reflection. 2. a central point of attention or interest. Collins English Dictionary.
focal point. noun. a thing or person that is the center of interest or activity In rural areas, the church is often the focal point for the local community. He quickly became the focal point for those who disagreed with government policy. Join us.
1. either of two points on the axis of a mirror, lens, or other optical system, on which rays converge or from which they deviate. 2. the center of activity or attention. 3. the central or principal point of focus. [1705–15]
