Definition and Synonyms for Focal

Definition of Focal

1. Of or relating to a focus Adjective
2. Having or localized centrally at a focus Adjective Satellite

Semanticaly linked words with "focal"

central

Lexical Analysis for "focal"

focus
Noun
derivation
2
1. a fixed reference point on the concave side of a conic section
2. a point of convergence of light (or other radiation) or a point from which it diverges
focus
Noun
pertainym
1
1. a point of convergence of light (or other radiation) or a point from which it diverges

Etymology for focal

etymology afocal
etymology confocal
etymology hyperfocal
etymology matrifocal
etymology multifocal
etymology nonfocal
etymology patrifocal
etymologically related focus
is derived from focal length
is derived from focal plane
is derived from focal point