focus

1 of 2

noun

fo·cus ˈfō-kəs How to pronounce focus (audio)

plural foci ˈfō-ˌsī How to pronounce focus (audio)

also -ˌkī

also focuses

: a center of activity, attraction, or attention

the focus of the meeting was drug abuse

put immigration into focus as a hot topic for commentators

: a point of concentration

: directed attention : emphasis

The focus is on helping the homeless.

: direction sense 6c

the team lost focus

: a state or condition permitting clear perception or understanding

tried to bring the issues into focus

: adjustment for distinct vision

also : the area that may be seen distinctly or resolved into a clear image

: focal length

: a point at which rays (as of light, heat, or sound) converge or from which they diverge or appear to diverge

specifically : the point where the geometrical lines or their prolongations conforming to the rays diverging from or converging toward another point intersect and give rise to an image after reflection by a mirror or refraction by a lens or optical system

: a point of convergence (see convergence sense 1) of a beam of particles (such as electrons)

: one of the fixed points that with the corresponding directrix defines a conic section

: a localized area of disease or the chief site of a generalized disease or infection

: the place of origin of an earthquake or moonquake

focusless

ˈfō-kəs-ləs How to pronounce focus (audio)

adjective

focus

2 of 2

verb

focused also focussed; focusing also focussing

transitive verb

: to cause to be concentrated

focused their attention on the most urgent problems

: to adjust the focus of (the eye, a lens, etc.)

focus the telescope

: to bring into focus

The results of that research were focused for classroom presentation.

: to bring (something, such as light rays) to a focus : concentrate

intransitive verb

: to concentrate attention or effort

focus on the most pressing needs

: to adjust one's eye or a camera to a particular range

Newborn babies cannot focus for several months.

: to come to a focus : converge

focusable

ˈfō-kə-sə-bəl How to pronounce focus (audio)

adjective

focuser noun

Did you know?

The Latin word focus meant “hearth, fireplace.” In the scientific Latin of the 17th century, the word is used to refer to the point at which rays of light refracted by a lens converge. Because rays of sunlight when directed by a magnifying glass can produce enough heat to ignite paper, a word meaning “fireplace” is quite appropriate as a metaphor to describe their convergence point. From this sense of focus have arisen extended senses such as “center of activity.”

Example Sentences

Noun He's successful, but he feels that his life lacks focus. His life lacks a focus. Verb She has an amazing ability to focus for hours at a time. I wasn't able to focus the camera. I wasn't able to get the camera to focus.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Wasting energy and focus getting angry at the mistakes.

Ashley Bastock, cleveland, 13 Sep. 2022 Building a culture of service and involvement is an active focus at both schools, Magadance and Eickstead say.

Brendon Derr, San Antonio Express-News, 13 Sep. 2022 Either way, the cream melts into skin and sets to a velvety, soft-focus finish.

Allure Editors, Allure, 13 Sep. 2022 In consultation with director Elkhanah Pulitzer and dramaturge Lucia Scheckner, Mr. Adams strategically narrowed the libretto’s focus to the political conflict between Antony, the great Roman warrior, and the young Caesar (Octavian).

Heidi Waleson, WSJ, 13 Sep. 2022 The early 1960s was a time when gifted and talented programs were starting to catch on, Robinson-Oturu said, putting the focus on academic subjects like math and English.

John Kelly, Washington Post, 12 Sep. 2022 Still, some see an opportunity once the queen is buried and the public’s focus shifts to Charles.

Patrick Kingsley, BostonGlobe.com, 12 Sep. 2022 The focus will shift to the Packers when the Bears practice Wednesday, and perhaps then Eberflus will be ready to anticipate the rivalry.

Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 12 Sep. 2022 Almost immediately — and even as McDaniel was drenched in two colors of Gatorade that defensive linemen Christian Wilkins and Zach Sieler dumped on him in the locker room — the focus shifted to the Dolphins’ next opponent, the Baltimore Ravens.

David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 12 Sep. 2022

Verb

The DriveElectricTN Momentum Summit will focus on transportation electrification efforts and include breakout sessions on community outreach, electric vehicle infrastructure, policies and programs, and innovation, officials said.

From Usa Today Network And Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 14 Sep. 2022 Alex Stolyar, the senior vice president and chief development officer for American Place owner Full House Resorts, said with the temporary structure now complete, the Turner Construction Co. can focus on completing the foundation and interior.

Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2022 The company should focus on its existing business and not expand into newer areas even if this affects its super app strategy, said Venugopal Garre, a senior analyst at Sanford C. Bernstein, a financial-services firm.

Nina Trentmann, WSJ, 7 Sep. 2022 Sam Liss, executive director of strategic partnerships in Harvard’s Office of Technology Development, said the idea to focus on tough tech started in 2013, with the launch of an accelerator program for physical sciences and engineering companies.

Anissa Gardizy, BostonGlobe.com, 7 Sep. 2022 Hutchinson, a former chairman of the association, has said the task force will focus in part on how states might use money coming to them through the bipartisan gun control bill President Joe Biden signed in June.

Andrew Demillo, Chron, 6 Sep. 2022 Barnow said The Goldbergs would instead focus more on the impending arrival of a new baby for newlywed characters Erica (Hayley Orrantia) and Geoff (Sam Lerner).

Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 30 Aug. 2022 McCarthy, the national advocate for cannabis equity, said San Diego should focus on educating people who might be eligible and making sure no one who should be ineligible games the system.

David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Aug. 2022 The class will mostly focus on songs from Swift’s recent albums, but students are free to bring up older songs for discussion, Scala said.

Faith Karimi, CNN, 25 Aug. 2022 See More

Kids Definition

focus 1 of 2

noun

fo·cus ˈfō-kəs How to pronounce focus (audio)

plural foci

ˈfō-ˌsī

also focuses

: a point at which rays (as of light, heat, or sound) meet after being reflected or bent : the point at which an image is formed

: the distance from a lens or mirror to a focus

: an adjustment that gives clear vision

He turned his head almost upside down to get a more acute focus on her …

Jean Craighead George, Julie of the Wolves

: a center of activity or interest

Fractions are the focus of this lesson.

focus

2 of 2

verb

focused also focussed; focusing also focussing

: to bring or come to a focus

focus rays of light

: to adjust the focus of

He focused his binoculars.

: to direct or cause to direct at

Focus your attention here.

Medical Definition

focus 1 of 2

noun

fo·cus ˈfō-kəs How to pronounce focus (audio)

plural foci

ˈfō-ˌsī also -ˌkī

also focuses

: a point at which rays (as of light, heat, or sound) converge or from which they diverge or appear to diverge

: a point of convergence of a beam of particles (as electrons)

: focal length

: adjustment for distinct vision

also : the area that may be seen distinctly or resolved into a clear image

: a localized area of disease or the chief site of a generalized disease or infection

focus

2 of 2

verb

focused also focussed; focusing also focussing

transitive verb

: to bring (as light rays) to a focus

: to adjust the focus of (as the eye or a lens)

: to bring (as an image) into focus

intransitive verb

: to come to a focus

: to adjust one's eye or a camera to a particular range

单词	focused
释义	focus 1 of 2 noun fo·cus ˈfō-kəs plural foci ˈfō-ˌsī also -ˌkī also focuses 1 a : a center of activity, attraction, or attention the focus of the meeting was drug abuse put immigration into focus as a hot topic for commentators b : a point of concentration 2 : directed attention : emphasis The focus is on helping the homeless. 3 a : direction sense 6c the team lost focus b : a state or condition permitting clear perception or understanding tried to bring the issues into focus c : adjustment for distinct vision also : the area that may be seen distinctly or resolved into a clear image d : focal length 4 a : a point at which rays (as of light, heat, or sound) converge or from which they diverge or appear to diverge specifically : the point where the geometrical lines or their prolongations conforming to the rays diverging from or converging toward another point intersect and give rise to an image after reflection by a mirror or refraction by a lens or optical system b : a point of convergence (see convergence sense 1) of a beam of particles (such as electrons) 5 : one of the fixed points that with the corresponding directrix defines a conic section 6 : a localized area of disease or the chief site of a generalized disease or infection 7 : the place of origin of an earthquake or moonquake focusless ˈfō-kəs-ləs adjective focus 2 of 2 verb focused also focussed; focusing also focussing transitive verb 1 : to cause to be concentrated focused their attention on the most urgent problems 2 a : to adjust the focus of (the eye, a lens, etc.) focus the telescope b : to bring into focus The results of that research were focused for classroom presentation. 3 : to bring (something, such as light rays) to a focus : concentrate intransitive verb 1 : to concentrate attention or effort focus on the most pressing needs 2 : to adjust one's eye or a camera to a particular range Newborn babies cannot focus for several months. 3 : to come to a focus : converge focusable ˈfō-kə-sə-bəl adjective focuser noun Phrases in focus : having or giving the proper sharpness of outline due to good focusing get the binoculars in focus out of focus : not in focus Did you know? The Latin word focus meant “hearth, fireplace.” In the scientific Latin of the 17th century, the word is used to refer to the point at which rays of light refracted by a lens converge. Because rays of sunlight when directed by a magnifying glass can produce enough heat to ignite paper, a word meaning “fireplace” is quite appropriate as a metaphor to describe their convergence point. From this sense of focus have arisen extended senses such as “center of activity.” Synonyms Noun axis base capital center central core cynosure epicenter eye ground zero heart hub locus mecca navel nerve center nexus nucleus omphalos seat Verb center concentrate fasten rivet train See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Noun He's successful, but he feels that his life lacks focus. His life lacks a focus. Verb She has an amazing ability to focus for hours at a time. I wasn't able to focus the camera. I wasn't able to get the camera to focus. Recent Examples on the Web Noun Wasting energy and focus getting angry at the mistakes. Ashley Bastock, cleveland, 13 Sep. 2022 Building a culture of service and involvement is an active focus at both schools, Magadance and Eickstead say. Brendon Derr, San Antonio Express-News, 13 Sep. 2022 Either way, the cream melts into skin and sets to a velvety, soft-focus finish. Allure Editors, Allure, 13 Sep. 2022 In consultation with director Elkhanah Pulitzer and dramaturge Lucia Scheckner, Mr. Adams strategically narrowed the libretto’s focus to the political conflict between Antony, the great Roman warrior, and the young Caesar (Octavian). Heidi Waleson, WSJ, 13 Sep. 2022 The early 1960s was a time when gifted and talented programs were starting to catch on, Robinson-Oturu said, putting the focus on academic subjects like math and English. John Kelly, Washington Post, 12 Sep. 2022 Still, some see an opportunity once the queen is buried and the public’s focus shifts to Charles. Patrick Kingsley, BostonGlobe.com, 12 Sep. 2022 The focus will shift to the Packers when the Bears practice Wednesday, and perhaps then Eberflus will be ready to anticipate the rivalry. Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 12 Sep. 2022 Almost immediately — and even as McDaniel was drenched in two colors of Gatorade that defensive linemen Christian Wilkins and Zach Sieler dumped on him in the locker room — the focus shifted to the Dolphins’ next opponent, the Baltimore Ravens. David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 12 Sep. 2022 Verb The DriveElectricTN Momentum Summit will focus on transportation electrification efforts and include breakout sessions on community outreach, electric vehicle infrastructure, policies and programs, and innovation, officials said. From Usa Today Network And Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 14 Sep. 2022 Alex Stolyar, the senior vice president and chief development officer for American Place owner Full House Resorts, said with the temporary structure now complete, the Turner Construction Co. can focus on completing the foundation and interior. Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2022 The company should focus on its existing business and not expand into newer areas even if this affects its super app strategy, said Venugopal Garre, a senior analyst at Sanford C. Bernstein, a financial-services firm. Nina Trentmann, WSJ, 7 Sep. 2022 Sam Liss, executive director of strategic partnerships in Harvard’s Office of Technology Development, said the idea to focus on tough tech started in 2013, with the launch of an accelerator program for physical sciences and engineering companies. Anissa Gardizy, BostonGlobe.com, 7 Sep. 2022 Hutchinson, a former chairman of the association, has said the task force will focus in part on how states might use money coming to them through the bipartisan gun control bill President Joe Biden signed in June. Andrew Demillo, Chron, 6 Sep. 2022 Barnow said The Goldbergs would instead focus more on the impending arrival of a new baby for newlywed characters Erica (Hayley Orrantia) and Geoff (Sam Lerner). Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 30 Aug. 2022 McCarthy, the national advocate for cannabis equity, said San Diego should focus on educating people who might be eligible and making sure no one who should be ineligible games the system. David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Aug. 2022 The class will mostly focus on songs from Swift’s recent albums, but students are free to bring up older songs for discussion, Scala said. Faith Karimi, CNN, 25 Aug. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Noun and Verb New Latin, from Latin, hearth First Known Use Noun 1664, in the meaning defined at sense 4a Verb 1807, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1 Phrases Containing focus focus group deep focus into focus real focus soft-focus out of focus in focus focus group deep focus into focus real focus soft-focus out of focus in focus See More Kids Definition focus 1 of 2 noun fo·cus ˈfō-kəs plural foci ˈfō-ˌsī also focuses 1 : a point at which rays (as of light, heat, or sound) meet after being reflected or bent : the point at which an image is formed 2 : the distance from a lens or mirror to a focus 3 : an adjustment that gives clear vision He turned his head almost upside down to get a more acute focus on her … Jean Craighead George, Julie of the Wolves 4 : a center of activity or interest Fractions are the focus of this lesson. focus 2 of 2 verb focused also focussed; focusing also focussing 1 : to bring or come to a focus focus rays of light 2 : to adjust the focus of He focused his binoculars. 3 : to direct or cause to direct at Focus your attention here. Medical Definition focus 1 of 2 noun fo·cus ˈfō-kəs plural foci ˈfō-ˌsī also -ˌkī also focuses 1 a : a point at which rays (as of light, heat, or sound) converge or from which they diverge or appear to diverge specifically : the point where the geometrical lines or their prolongations conforming to the rays diverging from or converging toward another point intersect and give rise to an image after reflection by a mirror or refraction by a lens or optical system b : a point of convergence of a beam of particles (as electrons) 2 a : focal length b : adjustment for distinct vision also : the area that may be seen distinctly or resolved into a clear image 3 : a localized area of disease or the chief site of a generalized disease or infection focus 2 of 2 verb focused also focussed; focusing also focussing transitive verb 1 : to bring (as light rays) to a focus 2 a : to adjust the focus of (as the eye or a lens) b : to bring (as an image) into focus intransitive verb 1 : to come to a focus 2 : to adjust one's eye or a camera to a particular range focused 1 of 2 adjective variants also focussed 1 as in involved having the mind fixed on something was focused on the football game and didn't hear me knock Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance involved interested intent engaged absorbed engrossed attentive observant immersed enthralled watchful rapt all ears intrigued deep conscious mesmerized hypnotized alert alive wide-awake open-eyed Antonyms & Near Antonyms distracted unfocused absent abstracted preoccupied inattentive unfocussed oblivious absentminded unabsorbed remote dreamy lost hazy foggy disinterested uninterested apathetic daydreaming inobservant faraway See More 2 as in concentrated not divided or scattered among several areas of interest or concern a focused effort to provide shelter for the homeless during the winter Synonyms & Similar Words concentrated all comprehensive undivided whole entire total full exclusive complete thorough lump intact unqualified integral unadulterated perfect utter unbroken absolute unalloyed teetotal Antonyms & Near Antonyms divided scattered diffuse incomplete partial deficient fragmentary halfway fragmental See More focused 2 of 2 verb variants also focussed past tense of focus as in centered to fix (as one's attention) steadily toward a central objective try to focus your attention on the task at hand Synonyms & Similar Words concentrated centered riveted trained aimed fastened pointed directed refocused attended minded leveled nailed set heeded zeroed (in on) levelled honed in (on) homed (in on) fixated (on) obsessed (over)
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focus

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