What does bifocal mean?
Bifocal means (optics) Having two focal lengths..
Bifocal
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(optics) Having two focal lengths..
Definitions by Sense
- (optics) Having two focal lengths.
- (of a correcting lens) Divided into two parts, one of which corrects for distance vision and the other for near vision.
Example Sentences
His hair is black and well greased, with individual strands of gray, and he wears wire-rimmed bifocals with a subtle brownish tint.
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What is a synonym for bifocal?
Common synonyms include central.
What is the opposite of bifocal?
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How do you use bifocal in a sentence?
His hair is black and well greased, with individual strands of gray, and he wears wire-rimmed bifocals with a subtle brownish tint.
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