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

The school, along with the sprawling hills and dense logging trails the campus is nestled between, became the focal point of an extensive crime scene once Kyron was reported missing. — Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 23 June 2026

The increasing prevalence of anime viewing on the platform was a panel focal point. — Kambole Campbell, Variety, 23 June 2026

Yasuda uses a pastel lavender as the focal point and adds a dark purple around the outer edges for a striking contrast that’s really pretty. — Morgan Fargo, Vogue, 22 June 2026

Bridges has been involved in two major trades since, first as the focal point of the deal that sent Kevin Durant from the Nets to Phoenix; and then in the 2024 swap in which the Knicks sent five first-round picks to Brooklyn. — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 22 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1692, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for focal point

• counterpoint
• disappoint
• multipoint
• needlepoint
• reappoint
• adjoint
• anoint
• appoint
• checkpoint
• conjoint
• disjoint
• endpoint

Kids Definition

focal point

noun

: focus entry 1 sense 1

Medical Definition

focal point

noun

: focus sense 1a