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

But as bleak losses pile up at the end of another disappointing season, this defensive disconnect remains a clear focal point for the team’s plans to build a better future. —Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026

While performance has been the key driver throughout the Games, style remains a strong focal point — especially given the host country’s fashion ties. —Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 12 Mar. 2026

Walker should immediately become a focal point of an offense with Rashee Rice’s status in question and Patrick Mahomes returning from a torn ACL. —Jake Ciely, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026

For a bedroom designed for rest, the bed needs to be the focal point. —Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 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