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Locus

usgb/ˈləʊkəs/Volume
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Not a synonymPlay
Avoid using 'locus' as a direct substitute for 'location' in everyday speak; it's more specific. SlideThe train station is a busy location, not a locus of activity.
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Abstract FocusPlay
'Locus' often refers to an abstract point or center where something important occurs. SlideThe university served as the locus for the protest.
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Formal SpeechPlay
Prefer 'locus' in formal or academic contexts to add precision to your language. SlideThis city is the locus of important trade agreements.