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Definition local in British English

local adjective

adjective
/ˈləʊk(ə)l/
1

in or related to the area that you live in, or to the particular area that you are talking about

Example

Ask for the book in your local library.

Example

The local newspaper regards itself as the voice of the community.

Example

The aim is to improve services at both the local and national level.

Example

Local calls cost 2p a minute.

Synonyms and related words
local close nearly
2

affecting only a small area of your body

Example

a local infection

Synonyms and related words
acute advanced asymptomatic
Definition local in British English