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afocal

adjective
afo·​cal | \ (ˈ)ā-¦fō-kəl\

Definition of afocal

physics
: having focal points infinitely distant an afocal lens

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First Known Use of afocal

1887, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for afocal

a- entry 2 + focal

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