Local Definition
local
adjective
- relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area; "local taxes"; "local authorities"
- of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood; "local customs"; "local schools"; "the local citizens"; "a local point of view"; "local outbreaks of flu"; "a local bus line"
- affecting only a restricted part or area of the body; "local anesthesia"
noun
- public transport consisting of a bus or train that stops at all stations or stops; "the local seemed to take forever to get to New York"
- anesthetic that numbs a particular area of the body
"Local" in song lyrics
See how local is used in real songs:
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"Whether nationwide or even local"
2 Live Crew — Break it on Down -
"when global terrorism's all the rage and folk get smoked local"
Aesop Rock — Babies with Guns -
"People know that Hoolio brother style is local"
Dan the Automator f/ Kool Keith — I Want Da Mic
Words that rhyme with local
Usage tips for "local"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "local" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for local to find words that pair well.