focal point

noun

1

: focus sense 4a

2

: focus sense 1a

Examples of focal point in a Sentence

This port was the focal point of trade two centuries ago.

Recent Examples on the Web

That means building those machines is a focal point in China’s push to develop its domestic semiconductor industry with $96.3 billion in subsidies and preferential policies, according to CNBC’s calculation of three largest state funds. —Anniek Bao, CNBC, 27 Sep. 2024

In many of my presentation training sessions, the first version has no strong focal point, is crammed full of data and supported by stories that go on too long. —Janine MacLachlan, Forbes, 26 Sep. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1692, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

focal point

noun

: focus entry 1 sense 1

Medical Definition

focal point

noun

: focus sense 1a