Definition: Belonging to, concerning, or located at a focus

Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look! Today we’re tackling the word “focal,” quite a clever little sound. The dictionary tells us it means “belonging to, concerning, or located at a focus.” But what does that really mean? Think of it like this: Imagine you're taking a photograph – there's one thing you want everyone’s eyes to land on, right? That's the focus ! It’s the most important part. So “focal” means something is related to that main point, or it’s situated near it. It’s like a spotlight shining down – everything around it gets highlighted because of its central place. Let's try an example: “The focal point of the painting was the dancer’s pose.” See? The dancer is the most important thing in that sentence, and “focal” tells us she's at the center of attention. Does that make sense? Do you have any questions about being "focal" and what it means to be centered or highlighted? Don’t hesitate to ask!