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

His deportation case has become a focal point in the administration's crackdown on immigration.

From BBC

She said she hoped that having the rebuilt club as a community focal point would be “very healing.”

From Los Angeles Times

The list of his high-profile associates had become a focal point for conspiracy theorists who insisted that it was being kept hidden by the "deep state" to protect prominent participants in Epstein's crimes.

From BBC

“Programs where the coach is the focal point don’t work. It’s about the players 100% of the time. I can help them because I was taught by great minds, but I’m just passing it on.”

From Los Angeles Times

It was the focal point of every discussion.

From Los Angeles Times