focal point

noun
UK: /ˈfəʊ.kəl pɔɪnt/
US: /ˈfoʊ.kəl pɔɪnt/

  1. The center of interest or activity.

    1. The fireplace is the focal point of the room.
    2. The meeting became a focal point for debate about company strategy.

  2. The point at which rays or waves meet after being focused.

    1. The focal point of the lens is adjusted to sharpen the image.
    2. The telescope's focal point allows for detailed observation of distant objects.

Synonyms

centerpiece highlight focus center hub attraction

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "focal point" in English means: The center of interest or activity., The point at which rays or waves meet after being focused..

The phonetic transcription of "focal point" is /ˈfəʊ.kəl pɔɪnt/ in British English and /ˈfoʊ.kəl pɔɪnt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "focal point": centerpiece, highlight, focus, center, hub, attraction.

Example usage of "focal point": "The fireplace is the focal point of the room.". More examples on the page.