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

This rigid, eye-catching collar makes a lovely focal point over plunging necklines and high-collar dresses alike. — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 2 Nov. 2026

Reneau was the team's leading scorer last year and should once again be the focal point of the offense. — David Troy Outkick, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2026

Aside from product quality and interior design, Kingsley wants the focal point of the business to be educating and mentoring baristas. — Kansas City Star, 30 Oct. 2026

Consequently, the sustainability of the artificial intelligence investment boom has become a primary focal point for markets, injecting fresh uncertainty into the US growth outlook. — CNBC, 30 Oct. 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