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 was a familiar face in Cairo's Tahrir Square, the focal point of the demonstrations, and he gave voice to the protesters' demands.

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Worries about airport delays have been a focal point in US media in recent days, with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy reporting an uptick in key airport workers calling in sick, causing delays.

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When you get large inflows in a short amount of time to one focal point, it overwhelms the short-term budgets of the jurisdiction, whether it’s a city, a county, or a state.

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

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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.

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