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

Nawrocki was the focal point in Aledo’s area leading success in Class 5A Division I and led the Bearcats to consecutive state championships with two-way dominance. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2026

That pattern could continue this summer — but with three weeks left until that window closes, Diggins is not currently a focal point for any trade effort. — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026

Obviously, the whole focal point is winning and wanting to get back to that championship stage. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 11 July 2026

Without a focal point, the reliance was on Brahim Diaz, Chemsdine Talbi and Bilal El Khannouss to break from deep as a unit. — Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 9 July 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