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multifocal
This term is primarily used in technical, medical, and optical registers. In optometry, it describes lenses that allow the wearer to see clearly at various distances, contrasting with monofocal lenses which only correct for one specific distance. It carries a neutral, descriptive tone focused on precision and functionality.
In pathology and oncology, the term shifts from optical focus to spatial origin. A multifocal condition refers to a disease that manifests in several distinct areas of an organ simultaneously, rather than spreading from a single primary site. This distinction is critical for clinical diagnosis and determining the stage of a disease.
Meanings
Examples
I think it is time to switch to multifocal lenses for my glasses.
The patient presents with multifocal lesions across the liver.
Multifocal contact lenses allow for a smoother transition between distances.
Multifocal contact lenses allow for a smoother transition between distances.
The biopsy confirmed a multifocal tumor within the organ.
Do you prefer bifocals or a more modern multifocal design?
The imaging showed multifocal areas of inflammation in the lungs.
The imaging showed multifocal areas of inflammation in the lungs.
These multifocal glasses are perfect for reading and driving.
The disease is characterized by a multifocal distribution of nodules.
The disease is characterized by a multifocal distribution of nodules.