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Bifocate

Definition:

Bifocate is a verb that means to divide or split into two parts or aspects, especially when referring to the focus of attention or vision.

Sense 1:

Part of Speech:

Verb

Definition:

To divide attention or focus between two different things or aspects.

Usage:

The teacher had to bifocate his attention between the students who needed help with their assignments and those who were participating in a group activity.

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Sense 2:

Part of Speech:

Verb

Definition:

To split light rays into two different focal points.

Usage:

The prism in the binoculars helped to bifocate the light coming from the distant object, allowing for clearer and more focused vision.

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Sense 3:

Part of Speech:

Noun

Definition:

An optical device, typically glasses, that have two separate lenses with different focal lengths for near and distant vision.

Usage:

She wore bifocates to read the fine print and to see clearly in the distance without needing to switch between different pairs of glasses.

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