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disk-focused

|disk-fo-cused|

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/dɪsk ˈfoʊkəst/

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/dɪsk ˈfəʊkəst/

centered on disk

Etymology
Etymology Information

'disk-focused' originates from the English word 'disk,' which refers to a flat, circular object, and 'focused,' meaning concentrated or directed attention.

Historical Evolution

The term 'disk' has been used in English since the 17th century, derived from the Latin 'discus,' while 'focused' comes from the Latin 'focus,' meaning hearth or fireplace, evolving to mean center of activity or interest.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'disk' referred to any flat, circular object, but in modern usage, it often pertains to data storage devices. 'Focused' has maintained its meaning of concentrated attention.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

concentrated or centered on a disk, often referring to technology or data storage.

The new software is disk-focused, optimizing data retrieval from hard drives.

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Last updated: 2025/03/01 16:16