focal
Americanadjective
adjective
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of or relating to a focus
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situated at, passing through, or measured from the focus
Other Word Forms
- focally adverb
Etymology
Origin of focal
From the New Latin word focālis, dating back to 1685–95. See focus, -al 1
Example Sentences
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Miami tried to impose its game plan early, with several attacks down the right side of the field, and focused on making Messi the focal point of its attack.
From Los Angeles Times
Howe's decision to make Gordon the focal point of his attack instead of the misfiring Nick Woltemade paid off after just three minutes.
From Barron's
Long a community focal point, the five-acre park is set to undergo a redesign thanks to a $5-million donation from the Walt Disney Co., and a $5.5-million outlay from California State Parks.
From Los Angeles Times
These effects can shift steering angles, move focal points, and reduce spatial accuracy.
From Science Daily
One of the focal points in Freeside is the Atomic Wrangler, a multi-story casino and bar with lodging that was featured in “Fallout: New Vegas.”
From Los Angeles Times
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