local

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to a particular area or neighborhood

  - "The local grocery store is a favorite among residents."
  - "I prefer to shop at local markets for fresh produce."

• adjective

  Of or belonging to a particular place

  - "Local customs and traditions are an integral part of our community."
  - "The local government is responsible for maintaining the infrastructure."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈloʊkl̩/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1684661"

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Antonyms

express , fast , global

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Synonyms

stopper , topical

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with local
mocal , modal , octal , pocal

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Variants

List of all variants of local that leads to same result
local , locals , local anesthesia , local anesthesias , local anesthetic , local anesthetics , local area network , local area networks , local color , local colors , local government , local governments , local option , local options , local time , local times , local authority , local celebrity

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Etymology

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The word 'local' comes from the Latin word 'locus', meaning 'place'. It has been used in English since the 14th century.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'local' is often used in the context of weather forecasts to refer to conditions in a particular area.

2. In some parts of the world, 'local' is used to refer to a person from a specific region or country, even if they no longer live there.

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Related Concepts

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1. Regional: Related to a specific geographical area or region.

2. Community: A group of people who live in the same area or have a common identity.

3. Localism: The belief in the importance of local communities, cultures, and economies.

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Culture

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The term 'local' has significant cultural significance, particularly in the context of communities and regional identities. It is often used to refer to the unique characteristics and traditions of a particular place.

How to Memorize "local"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a map with different local areas marked.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'local' with the idea of a specific place or community.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'Lives Here' to remember the meaning of 'local': 'L'ocal 'I's 'V'ery 'E'ssential.

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