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The correct spelling is focusing.
How to pronounce focusing
verb
Say it like: Foc-usi-ng
The correct spelling is focusing. (followed by on or upon) To concentrate one's attention. For example: "I have to focus on my work."
Usage Examples
“I have to focus on my work.”
“You'll need to focus the microscope carefully in order to capture the full detail of this surface.”
“If you're going to beat your competitors, you need to focus.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.(followed by on or upon) To concentrate one's attention.
- 2.To cause (rays of light, etc) to converge at a single point.
- 3.To adjust (a lens, an optical instrument) in order to position an image with respect to the focal plane.
- 4.To concentrate one’s attention.
- 5.To transfer the input focus to (a visual element), so that it receives subsequent input.
noun
- 1.The action of the verb to focus.
adjective
- 1.Used for or pertaining to focusing.
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