focal

[foh-kuhl]

adjective

1. of or relating to a focus.

focal

/ ˈfəʊkəl /

adjective

1. of or relating to a focus

2. situated at, passing through, or measured from the focus

Other Word Forms

• focally adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of focal¹

From the New Latin word focālis, dating back to 1685–95. See focus, -al ¹

Example Sentences

“He’s going to be the focal point of their offense and it’s just a huge challenge.”

From Los Angeles Times

There was little fanfare from the stands when the free agent arrived at Parkhead, but he proved his worth in Belgrade by offering Celtic a focal point and Rodgers an option.

From BBC

Prosecutors described one of the defendants Lee Robinson from Caerau, Cardiff, as an "aggressive focal point" of the riot.

From BBC

Sammy McDonald was the last student due to debate with him, and the US support of Israel's campaign in Gaza was a focal point of their discussion.

From BBC

From here, the colors that become the focal point are bright, airy mixes of pastels, which highlight the beauty in all of our differences and ranges of knowledge.

From Los Angeles Times