multi-focal
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/ˌmʌltiˈfoʊkəl/
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/ˌmʌltɪˈfəʊkəl/
multiple centers
Etymology
Etymology Information
'multi-focal' originates from the combination of 'multi-' meaning 'many' and 'focal' from Latin 'focus' meaning 'hearth' or 'center'.
Historical Evolution
'multi-focal' evolved from the Latin 'focus' combined with the prefix 'multi-' to describe something with multiple centers.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to multiple centers of activity, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having multiple focal points or centers of activity.
The multi-focal lenses help improve vision at different distances.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/02/16 02:29