Focus /ˈfəʊ.kəs/

The meaning and definition of Focus, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun

A point at which reflected or refracted rays of light converge.
“The heat of sunlight at the focus of a magnifying glass can easily set dry leaves on fire.”
A point of a conic at which rays reflected from a curve or surface converge.

verb

(followed by on or upon) To concentrate one's attention.
“I have to focus on my work.”
To cause (rays of light, etc) to converge at a single point.

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