dual-focus
|du/al-fo/cus|
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/ˈduːəl ˈfoʊkəs/
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/ˈdjuːəl ˈfəʊkəs/
Two areas of focus
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dual-focus' originates from the combination of 'dual,' meaning 'two,' and 'focus,' meaning 'center of interest or activity.'
Historical Evolution
'Dual-focus' combines the Latin 'dualis' meaning 'two' and 'focus' from Latin 'focus' meaning 'hearth' or 'fireplace,' which evolved to mean 'center of activity.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'focus' referred to a physical center, but over time it evolved to include metaphorical centers of attention or interest.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having or involving two distinct areas of focus or attention.
The dual-focus lens allows for both near and far vision.
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Last updated: 2025/01/31 14:41