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"Focus" Definition

noun

A center of interest or activity. See Synonyms at center.
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.
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.
Geology The point of origin of an earthquake.
Mathematics A fixed point whose relationship with a directrix determines a conic section.

verb-transitive

To adjust (a lens, for example) to produce a clear image.
To cause (light rays, for example) to converge on or toward a central point; concentrate.
To direct toward a particular point or purpose: focused all their attention on finding a solution to the problem.

verb-intransitive

To concentrate attention or energy: a campaign that focused on economic issues.
To converge on or toward a central point of focus; be focused.

verb

Pay particular attention to:.
Adapt to the prevailing level of light and become able to see clearly:.
To bring into focus.
To adjust the focus of (as the eye or a lens).
To cause to be concentrated.

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