1. relating to or located at a focus or central point
2. of primary importance or interest; main
3. relating to the focus of a lens or mirror
Usage: optics

Examples

• The kitchen is the focal point of their home.
• Education was the focal issue in the campaign.
• The focal length of this lens is 50 millimeters.
• Crime prevention became the focal concern of the community.
• The focal area of the earthquake caused the most damage.
• She adjusted the focal distance to get a clearer image.
• The focal theme of the novel is redemption.