auto-focused
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/ˈɔːtoʊ ˌfoʊkəst/
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/ˈɔːtəʊ ˌfəʊkəst/
(auto-focus)
automatic focusing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'auto-focused' originates from the combination of 'auto-' meaning 'self' and 'focus' meaning 'center of interest or activity'.
Historical Evolution
'auto-focus' was coined in the late 20th century with the advent of automatic focusing technology in cameras.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the technology in cameras, but now it can apply to any device with automatic focusing capabilities.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having the ability to automatically adjust focus, typically in a camera or optical device.
The camera is auto-focused, making it easy to capture sharp images.
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Last updated: 2025/03/20 17:41