focal point

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focal point Meaning of "focal point"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) a point of convergence of light (or other radiation) or a point from which it diverges
  2. (n) a central point or locus of an infection in an organism
  3. (n) the concentration of attention or energy on something

Synonym(s)

direction, focus, focusing, focussing

Usage(s):

  1. The focal point of the Man Cave, of course, is the high-definition TV, a once state-of-the-art-and now relatively puny-36-in.
  2. As health-care-reform legislation takes shape in Washington, one hot issue a Public Option among health-care insurance choices has emerged as the focal point of dispute.
  3. The right has made it a focal point of its opposition for the same reason.
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