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Definition of defocus

defocus

/diːˈfoʊkəs/
de · fo · cus
Plural:defocuses
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Adjective:defocused
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Past Simple:defocused
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Past Participle:defocused
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Present Participle:defocusing
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defocus Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To cause an optical instrument, image, or beam of light or electrons to become out of focus.

Example

"The cinematographer chose to defocus the background so the audience would look directly at the actor."

2

To shift or disperse one's mental attention away from a single point of concentration.

Example

"Taking a short walk outside helped her defocus from the stressful problem and see the bigger picture."

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• noun

1

An optical aberration in which an image or light beam is out of focus, resulting in reduced sharpness and contrast.

Example

"The technician adjusted the microscope lens to correct the slight optical defocus."

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• Rhymes for defocus

• Nearby Words

deflector
deflex
deflower
defocus
defog
defogger
defoliant

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Defocus. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/defocus
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