unifocal
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/ˌjuːnɪˈfoʊkəl/
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/ˌjuːnɪˈfəʊkəl/
single focus
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unifocal' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'unus' meaning 'one' and 'focus' meaning 'hearth' or 'point'.
Historical Evolution
'unifocal' changed from the Latin word 'unifocalis' and eventually became the modern English word 'unifocal'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having one point of convergence', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a single focus or focal point.
The unifocal lens is designed for distance vision.
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Last updated: 2025/02/16 02:18