local

/lˈə‍ʊkə‍l/

/ˈɫoʊkəɫ/

local

related or belonging to a particular area or place that someone lives in or mentions

relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area

antonyms : national

affecting only a restricted part or area of the body

antonyms : general

Local

a bus, train, etc. that makes all or most of the regular stops, allowing people to get on or off

antonyms : express

anesthetic that numbs a particular area of the body

Examples

1. The locals generously shared their knowledge of manioc processing techniques.

2. Local residents have raised concerns about late-night noise.

3. The local newspaper published a story about the charity event.

4. The traveler explored the local market for souvenirs.