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feature-focused

|fea-ture-fo-cused|

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/ˈfiːtʃər ˈfoʊkəst/

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/ˈfiːtʃə ˈfəʊkəst/

specific attribute focus

Etymology
Etymology Information

'feature-focused' originates from the English words 'feature' and 'focus', where 'feature' meant 'a distinctive attribute or aspect' and 'focus' meant 'the center of interest or activity'.

Historical Evolution

'feature' and 'focus' have been used in English since the late Middle Ages, with 'feature' deriving from the Old French 'faiture' and 'focus' from the Latin 'focus', meaning 'hearth' or 'fireplace'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'feature' referred to a 'made thing' or 'form', and 'focus' referred to a 'fireplace'. Over time, 'feature' evolved to mean 'distinctive attribute', and 'focus' to mean 'center of interest'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

concentrated on specific characteristics or attributes.

The new software is feature-focused, offering tools specifically for graphic designers.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45