focal
Pronunciation: /ˈfəʊ.kl̩/
The English word “focal” has 11 meanings listed here.
adjective
noun
- One of two lines perpendicular to the axis of a cone such that the cosine of the angle between the line and the axis is equal to the ratio of the cosines o the semiangles of the cone.
- An object that is used to focus concentration when performing magic.
- The individual who is the focus of a study or review, when the study or review is based on that individual's interactions with others.
- A representative of a group or class of people within an organizational system.
- A sign or similar type of marketing material designed to draw attention to special deals.
- The central or most important element of something; a focal element.
- A major point of interest; an attraction.
- An exemplar of a concept.
Etymology
Learned borrowing from New Latin focālis. By surface analysis, focus + -al.
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