Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

zero-in

verb
/ˈzi(ə)rəʊ ɪn/
Definition
To focus closely on something or to direct one’s attention toward a specific target.
Examples
  • As the team prepared for the presentation, they decided to zero in on the key points that would impress the client.
  • After several weeks of research, she was finally able to zero in on the root of the problem.
Meaning
To concentrate on a particular task or objective, often with precision and determination.
Synonyms
  • focus
  • concentrate
  • target
  • home in (on)