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Local

Adjective / ˈləʊkʌl / Another word for local — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Belonging or relating to a particular area or neighborhood, typically exclusively so.

Synonyms & similar words

localanesthetic localanaesthetic general topicalanesthetic express national topicalanaesthetic community regional district neighborhood municipal homegrown native indigenous hometown provincial territorial parochial domestic internal in-house inland in-state in-country in-house civic

Synonyms by register

Formal

regional domestic native provincial

Informal

neighborhood nearby down the street around here

Literary

terrestrial autochthonous

Antonyms

global national international widespread universal foreign

Common collocations

  • local government
  • local news
  • local time
  • local resident
  • local economy
  • local area
  • local business

Word family

noun locality
adjective local
adverb locally

Usage note

Often used to distinguish something pertaining to a specific area from something of broader scope. Can also refer to something indigenous or native.

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Example sentences

  1. My local library is always quiet and peaceful.
  2. The local bakery makes the best bread in town.
  3. I like to support local businesses in my community.
  4. Our local park has a great playground for kids.
  5. The local police department keeps our neighborhood safe.

Quotes

  • I believe in supporting your local businesses and keeping your money in your community.
  • A good community is a group of people who take care of each other, their homes, and the local environment.
  • A strong community is built on the foundation of local businesses, residents, and organizations working together.

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