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Focused

FOH-kuhst

/ˈfoʊkʌst/

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focused

Dictionary meaning

Of an optical system, such as an eye or opera glasses, adjusted to produce a clear image.

Examples

  • The focused camera lens was pointed at the mountains.
  • Focused light rays can set something afire.

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