Definition of "focus" []

• A point at which rays of light or other radiation converge or from which they appear to diverge, as after refraction or reflection in an optical system: the focus of a lens. Also called focal point. (noun)
• See focal length. (noun)
• The distinctness or clarity of an image rendered by an optical system. (noun)
• The state of maximum distinctness or clarity of such an image: in focus; out of focus. (noun)
• An apparatus used to adjust the focal length of an optical system in order to make an image distinct or clear: a camera with automatic focus. (noun)

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• "I think my grandfather is trying to tell me something. * focus Nate focus*"
• "Ooohh my mind is so messed up today. * focus dear child focus* But then again, isn't my mind is ALWAYS messed up?"
• "As an example, the ease and power of spinning the control dial to adjust manual focus in combination with _*focus bracketing*_: O was a most pleasant surprise, and the combination is better than what is offered by many DSLRs."