1. In a manner relating to or using confocal microscopy or confocal optical systems; with a shared focal point or axis.
Usage: technical; primarily used in microscopy, optics, and imaging contexts

Examples

• The tissue samples were examined confocally to obtain high-resolution three-dimensional images.
• Confocally arranged lenses allow the microscope to eliminate out-of-focus light.
• The researchers used confocal scanning to map the fluorescent markers in the cell.
• Confocally aligned optical elements improve the clarity of the imaging system.