Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

local

[loh-kuhl] / ˈloʊ kəl /


NOUN
person deeply rooted in community
Synonyms
Antonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Telling a story and leaning into local identity is part of the "guest beer" concept, something Vinny realises he and others can capitalise on.

From BBC

They gathered outside the local hospital where her body was lying in the morgue.

From BBC

A fire at a nursing home on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi late Sunday killed more 16 people and injured three, a local official said.

From Barron's

Authorities managed to evacuate 12 people -- all unhurt -- and transfer them to a local hospital, he said.

From Barron's

Near the entrance to the Panama Canal, a monument to China's contributions to the interoceanic waterway was torn down Saturday night by order of local authorities.

From Barron's