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"Focus" Definition
noun
A center of interest or activity. See Synonyms at center.
Source: American Heritage Dictionary
A point at which rays of light or other radiation converge or from which they appear to diverge, as after refraction or reflection in an optical system: the focus of a lens. Also called focal point.
Source: American Heritage Dictionary
An apparatus used to adjust the focal length of an optical system in order to make an image distinct or clear: a camera with automatic focus.
Source: American Heritage Dictionary
Geology The point of origin of an earthquake.
Source: American Heritage Dictionary
Mathematics A fixed point whose relationship with a directrix determines a conic section.
Source: American Heritage Dictionary
verb-transitive
To adjust (a lens, for example) to produce a clear image.
Source: American Heritage Dictionary
To cause (light rays, for example) to converge on or toward a central point; concentrate.
Source: American Heritage Dictionary
To direct toward a particular point or purpose: focused all their attention on finding a solution to the problem.
Source: American Heritage Dictionary
verb-intransitive
To concentrate attention or energy: a campaign that focused on economic issues.
Source: American Heritage Dictionary
To converge on or toward a central point of focus; be focused.
Source: American Heritage Dictionary
verb
Pay particular attention to:.
Source: Oxford Dictionary
Adapt to the prevailing level of light and become able to see clearly:.
Source: Oxford Dictionary
To bring into focus.
Source: Merriam-Webster
To adjust the focus of (as the eye or a lens).
Source: Merriam-Webster
To cause to be concentrated.
Source: Merriam-Webster
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