Refocussing: meaning, definitions and examples

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refocussing

 

[ rifoʊkəsɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

changing focus

Refocussing refers to the act of adjusting or shifting one's focus or attention to something different or more relevant. This term is often used in various contexts such as photography, where one might refocus a camera lens to get a clearer image, or in a more abstract sense, where an individual or organization might refocus their goals or objectives. The process of refocussing can lead to clarity and better alignment with desired outcomes. It emphasizes the importance of flexibility and adaptability in both personal and professional settings.

Synonyms

adjusting, realigning, redirecting, reorienting

Examples of usage

  • Refocussing the camera helped capture the details of the scene.
  • Our team is refocussing its efforts on customer satisfaction.
  • She is refocussing her studies to pursue a career in medicine.

Translations

Translations of the word "refocussing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reorientação

🇮🇳 फिर से ध्यान केंद्रित करना

🇩🇪 Neuausrichtung

🇮🇩 penyegaran kembali

🇺🇦 перенаправлення

🇵🇱 przeorientowanie

🇯🇵 再焦点化

🇫🇷 réorientation

🇪🇸 reorientación

🇹🇷 yeniden odaklanma

🇰🇷 재조정

🇸🇦 إعادة التوجيه

🇨🇿 přeorientace

🇸🇰 preorientácia

🇨🇳 重新聚焦

🇸🇮 ponovna usmeritev

🇮🇸 endurhugsun

🇰🇿 қайта бағыттау

🇬🇪 მחדשმიზნობა

🇦🇿 yenidən yönləndirmə

🇲🇽 reorientación

Etymology

The word 'refocussing' is derived from the prefix 're-', meaning again or back, and 'focussing', which itself comes from the noun 'focus'. The term 'focus' originates from the Latin word 'focus', meaning 'hearth' or 'fireplace', which soon evolved to mean the center of interest or activity in the 19th century. As photography developed in the early 1800s, 'focusing' became associated with adjusting lenses to create clearer images. The evolution of the term has reflected changes in technology, culture, and psychology, indicating a shift in attention or priorities. Over time, 'refocussing' has taken on a broader range of applications in settings like business and personal development, emphasizing adaptability and the need to reassess one’s strategies or goals in a rapidly changing environment.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,228, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.