focus

US /ˈfokəs/

UK /'fəʊkəs/

A2

verb

  • To see clearly by adjusting your eyes or a camera
  • To keep your attention, concentration on one thing

other

  • To adjust the lens of a camera or other optical instrument to produce a clear image.

noun

  • The center of interest or activity.
  • The clarity of an image produced by a lens.
  • Main purpose or center of interest or activity

other

  • To concentrate one's attention or efforts.

Examples

I found the focus of the debate too narrow.

The department undertakes highly focused research.