locus

[ˈləʊkəs]

locus Definition

  • 1a particular position or place where something occurs or is situated
  • 2the set of all points whose coordinates satisfy a given equation or condition

Using locus: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "locus" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The locus of the crime scene was investigated by the police.

  • Example

    The locus of control is an important concept in psychology.

  • Example

    The locus of the circle is at the center.

  • Example

    The locus of the function is the set of all values of x that make f(x) equal to zero.

locus Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with locus

  • a place or position where power is concentrated or exercised

    Example

    The White House is considered the locus of power in the United States.

  • the site where an infection enters the body and begins to spread

    Example

    The doctor identified the locus of infection and prescribed antibiotics.

  • a concept in psychology referring to the extent to which individuals believe they can control events that affect them

    Example

    People with an internal locus of control tend to believe that their actions can influence outcomes, while those with an external locus of control tend to believe that outcomes are determined by external factors beyond their control.

Origins of locus

from Latin 'locus', meaning 'place'

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Summary: locus in Brief

The term 'locus' [ˈləʊkəs] refers to a specific position or place where something happens or is located. It can also refer to the set of all points that satisfy a given equation or condition. Examples include 'The locus of the crime scene was investigated by the police.' and 'The locus of control is an important concept in psychology.' Phrases like 'locus of power' and 'locus of infection' extend the concept to power concentration and disease sites.