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focal region

[/ˈfoʊkəl ˈriːdʒən/]
nounpl: focal regions
região focal
1. An area or zone that is the center of attention, activity, or interest; a central point of focus
The focal region of the image was highlighted in red.
A região focal da imagem foi destacada em vermelho.
2. In optics and physics, the region around the focal point where light rays converge or appear to diverge
The focal region of the lens determines the sharpness of the image.
A região focal da lente determina a nitidez da imagem.
3. In medical imaging, the area of primary clinical or diagnostic interest
The radiologist examined the focal region showing abnormal tissue.
O radiologista examinou a região focal que apresentava tecido anormal.
Synonyms
focal pointcenter of focuspoint of concentrationcentral area
Antonyms
peripheral regionbackground areaouter region

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
região focal
Standard usage in technical and scientific contexts
Portugal
região focal
Standard usage, commonly used in academic and technical fields

Related Idioms & Phrases

in focus
center of attention
point of concentration
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