focus

Meanings

• noun

  The point or area where attention or interest is concentrated.

  - "The teacher's focus on the students' needs improved their learning experience."
  - "The photographer's focus on the flower brought out its intricate details."

• verb

  To direct attention or resources towards a particular point or object.

  - "The company focused its resources on research and development."
  - "The athlete focused on his technique to improve his performance."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with focus
cosmos , posse , prose , rose

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Variants

List of all variants of focus that leads to same result
foci , focus , focuses , focusless , in focus , out of focus , focusable , focused , focuser , focusers , focusing , focussed , focusses , focussing , focus group , focus groups , deep foci , deep focus , deep focuses , real focus , soft-focus , into focus

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin word 'focus' meaning hearth or fireplace, as the center of activity.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The term 'focus' is also used in optics and photography to describe the point at which an image is in sharp focus.

2. In astronomy, a telescope's focus is adjusted to bring distant objects into clear view.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. attention: Focus and attention are closely related concepts, with focus being the point of concentration and attention being the act of paying attention.

2. concentration: Focus requires concentration, as one must direct their attention towards a single point or object for an extended period.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Focus has been used extensively in literature and art, symbolizing the importance of concentration and dedication. In 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, Scout's teacher encourages her to focus on her studies to improve her future prospects.

How to Memorize "focus"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a magnifying glass focused on a single point to remember the definition of focus as the point of concentration.
   - Visualize a camera focusing on a subject to remember the verb definition of focus as directing attention.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word focus with a magnifying glass or a camera lens to remember its definitions.
   - Create an association between focus and a target to remember the idea of concentrating attention.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Focus is a Fierce Observer, Concentrating Intently' to remember the noun definition.
   - Use the mnemonic 'Focus: Follow One Course Under Specific Target' to remember the verb definition.

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