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单词 local
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Definition of local in English:

local

adjective ˈləʊk(ə)lˈloʊk(ə)l
  • 1Relating or restricted to a particular area or one's neighbourhood.

    (仅限于)当地的,地方的

    researching local history

    研究地方史。

    the local post office

    当地邮局。

    Example sentencesExamples
    • The camp is open for all clubs in the area and hopefully the local club rivalry will be put aside for one week during the camp!
    • The company has produced greetings cards which include recipes made from food produced in the local area.
    • He will then visit the local schools in the area before making his way to Athy.
    • It is hoped that next year we will do a full breakdown on the history of many local organisations in the area.
    • Take a look at some of the local areas where we polled strongly.
    • And in no way feel constrained if interest or circumstances confine your study to your local area.
    • The LA website supports the work of local authorities in driving through the education and children's services reform agenda.
    • Also, the council are looking at changing the signing for towns in the borough to improve local identity in the area.
    • Many residents had lived in the surrounding streets before moving into the home which was highly regarded in the local area.
    • One of the major factors in determining the price petrol is sold at in an area is the local competition.
    • Pupils at a Bolton school are set to embark on a fascinating journey of discovery into the history of their local area.
    • This ensures they get to where they need to be as quickly as possible, thanks to the police's local knowledge of the area.
    • The Park and Ride would also serve the new centre, attracting people from a wider area and boosting the local economy.
    • We'll be forced then to re-evaluate our food systems and place more emphasis on energy efficient agricultural methods, like smaller-scale organic agriculture, and on local production wherever possible.
    • The class ask her to fill in the gaps in the local history of the area, which is not always in the history books.
    • The climb is also interspersed by information from the guide on the history of the bridge, the city and the local area.
    • In particular, the spread of housing in rural areas should be severely restricted to local need.
    • This will take place at local neighbourhood level and through area or township committees.
    • To that end, he has already visited the area to test local reaction.
    • He said the sub committee would be comprised of local people who knew the local history and area.
    Synonyms
    community, district, neighbourhood, regional, city, town, municipal, provincial, village, parish, parish-pump, parochial
    domestic, internal, home
    1. 1.1 Denoting a telephone call made to a nearby place and charged at a relatively low rate.
      (电话)本地通话的
      Example sentencesExamples
      • How can I log on to local internet providers and pay only local phone charges when I am abroad?
      • The boxes allow Internet access through a television and telephone line, at local call rate.
      • It can help if you can find a local phone number for the baggage claim at the airport you flew into.
      • At the same time, it is moving to expand its local phone service in existing markets.
    2. 1.2 Denoting a train or bus serving a particular district, with frequent stops.
      (火车)慢车;市内公交车
      the village has an excellent local bus service

      村子里的公交汽车服务很棒。

      Example sentencesExamples
      • Possibly the local train may have observed something which may throw some light upon the matter.
      • One of these boys who use the local train for their nefarious activities become the victim of a braggart.
      • We travelled to Goregaon in a local train and took a rick back to suku's place.
      • Domestic services in Kent will also benefit from the link with local trains using part of it from 2007.
      • Just try and recall the poor people you have seen on the streets, in local trains, and in slums.
      • You can get a glimpse of this by the way that commuters hanging from the local train will pull in a man running late.
      • A journey with many stops, this is living life local train style, in less than ten seconds.
  • 2(in technical use) relating to a particular region or part, or to each of any number of these.

    〈技〉局部的

    a local infection

    局部感染。

    migration can regulate the local density of animals

    迁徙可以调节动物的局部密度。

    Example sentencesExamples
    • However, as it only appeared in the left foot, it was probably just a local infection which may have caused the man to limp.
    Synonyms
    confined, restricted, contained, limited, localized
    circumscribed, delimited, specific, particular
    1. 2.1Computing Denoting a variable or other entity that is only available for use in one part of a program.
      〔计算机〕局域的
      Example sentencesExamples
      • It looks for local keys, not over the Internet, and that's very much the point.
    2. 2.2Computing Denoting a device that can be accessed without the use of a network.
      〔计算机〕本地的。比较REMOTE
      Compare with remote
      Example sentencesExamples
      • This is not a critical risk, as only people on the local machine may logon to this account with a blank password.
      • Set up a node on your local machine and use some test files to insert and request.
      • The files are on your local computer, and you need to upload them to the Web server.
      • BT could be ready to cut charges that give rival operators access to its local network.
      • Each group of cameras feeds into a local computer as well as transmitting its pictures to the monitoring station.
noun ˈləʊk(ə)lˈloʊk(ə)l
  • 1An inhabitant of a particular area or neighbourhood.

    本地居民

    the street was full of locals and tourists

    街上都是本地人和游客。

    Example sentencesExamples
    • He described how she obtained the methamphetamines from the north and he sold the drugs to foreign tourists while she contacted locals in the area.
    • We do detect some sort of orchestrated opposition by incomers to the area, but locals don't seem to be bothered.
    • This area is where the locals party on holidays.
    • The long-term vision for Waterford's south quays is that they will have fewer car parks and will be more of an amenity area for visitors and locals alike to enjoy the River Suir.
    • The city's 130,000 inhabitants chat languidly in doorways, grinning at locals and passing tourists.
    • Other than supplementing people's diet, the industry would create employment opportunities for the locals as the area already has a ready market for the fish.
    • Collected by the author himself from the stories passed down by word of mouth from the locals living in the areas where the burnings occurred.
    • Every evening the road was full of locals and tourists strolling along, enjoying the atmosphere and the shops which shut during the afternoon but stay open late in the evening.
    • While the sun was conspicuous by its absence the weather was still pleasant and tourists as well as locals took full advantage of it.
    • Last time I was down in that area the locals told me to be careful where I walked near the caves just in case I fell down a hole and be lost forever.
    • In many residential areas of Baghdad yesterday locals had set up private roadblocks, fearful that an outbreak of major violence today could trigger looting.
    • Experts advise sticking to areas where locals also buy property.
    • In this article we feature just one of these areas where locals are beavering away with the intention of making the place where they live a much more attractive place to live in.
    • Many artists choose to live in this portion of town because other artists are already established here and tourists and locals flock to the area to shop.
    • It's average fare in an above average setting where you'll find a mix of tourists, locals and visitors from all over the Bay area enjoying some food.
    • That area, which includes the Cowgate, is very popular among drinkers and clubbers on a Saturday night, and it is also a residential area for locals and students.
    • Coming from a holiday area I know locals get fed up with tourists and by mid to late season begin to give up.
    • The forestry here, at the back of the swimming pool, will be cleared of soft woods leaving the native hard woods in place and will provide an amenity area for visitors and locals.
    • Visitors to the area and locals alike on that day were not treated very respectfully and who knows how it will effect visitors repeating visits to the area in the future.
    • After talking to some of the locals in the area and comparing notes and sob stories, the verdict is that power supplies have taken a serious reliability downward dive.
    Synonyms
    local person, native, inhabitant, resident, parishioner, citizen
    humorous denizen, burgher
    derogatory, informal local yokel
    1. 1.1British informal A pub convenient to a person's home.
      〈英,非正式〉附近的小酒馆
      a pint in the local

      去附近的小酒馆喝上一品脱啤酒。

      Example sentencesExamples
      • We don't care if you're the type of guy we could have a pint with down the local.
      • And yours truly will either be celebrating like mad or crying into my pint down the local.
      • Pop down to the local for a pint and a sandwich and it means you're meeting somebody you actually like and the business can go hang.
      • Many drinkers are as likely to order an elderflower cordial as a pint of beer down at the local.
      Synonyms
      pub, public house, bar, inn, tavern, hostelry, saloon, wine bar
      informal boozer, watering hole, drinker
    2. 1.2 A local train or bus service.
      慢车,市内公交车
      catch the local into New Delhi

      乘上去新德里的公交车。

      Example sentencesExamples
      • Everyone going to intermediate stops had to get off there and switch to the next local.
    3. 1.3North American A local branch of an organization, especially a trade union.
      〈北美〉工会地方分会;(机构的)地方分支
      Example sentencesExamples
      • The trade union local argues that the interests of the staff are prejudiced in this way.
      • After the election, Merkel could start to encourage more union locals to negotiate more flexible arrangements with their bosses.
      • It boasts two radio stations, a housing corporation, a law office, and affiliate relationships with a host of trade-union locals.
      • On December 17 the last of six union locals ratified an agreement sanctioning huge wage and job cuts.
      • Such practices prevail, not only in many union locals, but in virtually all international unions.
      • Referrals may include human resources departments, union locals, government departments, or legal services.
    4. 1.4Stock Market informal A floor trader who trades on their own account, rather than on behalf of other investors.
      〔股票〕〈俚〉炒股散户,独立炒股人
      Example sentencesExamples
      • The opening of B share trading to locals in February freed $75 billion for stock investment and sent prices surging.

Derivatives

  • localness

  • noun
    • ‘I'm afraid we're going to lose this localness,’ he said.
      Example sentencesExamples
      • Part of the fascination of holidaying in Spain is its fervent localness.
      • Our research supports the thesis in the draft Communications Bill that localness is one of the most important factors driving local commercial radio.
      • There was Tamil music playing, and of course the sweet localness of the Tamil language that made me feel at home instantly.
      • Elsewhere they play up his localness (regrettably they avoid using the phrase ‘for local people’), and his forty-something youth.

Origin

Late Middle English: from late Latin localis, from Latin locus 'place'.

  • Local is from Latin locus ‘place’. At first used to mean ‘concerned with place or position’, it was applied more specifically to a small area with respect to its inhabitants from the late 17th century. Locals described the inhabitants themselves from the mid 19th century. The same root is found in allocation (Late Middle English) from allocare ‘allot’, dislocate (late 16th century) ‘displace’, locate (early 16th century), locomotive (early 17th century), something that could move its place, and locale (late 18th century). This is from French local, the same as the English word, but with an ‘e’ added to show the change in pronunciation (compare moral and morale).

Rhymes

bifocal, focal, univocal, varifocal, vocal, yokel

Definition of local in US English:

local

adjectiveˈloʊk(ə)lˈlōk(ə)l
  • 1Belonging or relating to a particular area or neighborhood, typically exclusively so.

    (仅限于)当地的,地方的

    researching local history

    研究地方史。

    the local post office

    当地邮局。

    Example sentencesExamples
    • The climb is also interspersed by information from the guide on the history of the bridge, the city and the local area.
    • He said the sub committee would be comprised of local people who knew the local history and area.
    • The company has produced greetings cards which include recipes made from food produced in the local area.
    • The Park and Ride would also serve the new centre, attracting people from a wider area and boosting the local economy.
    • He will then visit the local schools in the area before making his way to Athy.
    • This will take place at local neighbourhood level and through area or township committees.
    • It is hoped that next year we will do a full breakdown on the history of many local organisations in the area.
    • The class ask her to fill in the gaps in the local history of the area, which is not always in the history books.
    • To that end, he has already visited the area to test local reaction.
    • One of the major factors in determining the price petrol is sold at in an area is the local competition.
    • We'll be forced then to re-evaluate our food systems and place more emphasis on energy efficient agricultural methods, like smaller-scale organic agriculture, and on local production wherever possible.
    • And in no way feel constrained if interest or circumstances confine your study to your local area.
    • Many residents had lived in the surrounding streets before moving into the home which was highly regarded in the local area.
    • This ensures they get to where they need to be as quickly as possible, thanks to the police's local knowledge of the area.
    • The camp is open for all clubs in the area and hopefully the local club rivalry will be put aside for one week during the camp!
    • The LA website supports the work of local authorities in driving through the education and children's services reform agenda.
    • Take a look at some of the local areas where we polled strongly.
    • In particular, the spread of housing in rural areas should be severely restricted to local need.
    • Pupils at a Bolton school are set to embark on a fascinating journey of discovery into the history of their local area.
    • Also, the council are looking at changing the signing for towns in the borough to improve local identity in the area.
    Synonyms
    community, district, neighbourhood, regional, city, town, municipal, provincial, village, parish, parish-pump, parochial
    1. 1.1 Denoting a telephone call made to a nearby place and charged at a relatively low rate.
      (电话)本地通话的
      Example sentencesExamples
      • At the same time, it is moving to expand its local phone service in existing markets.
      • The boxes allow Internet access through a television and telephone line, at local call rate.
      • It can help if you can find a local phone number for the baggage claim at the airport you flew into.
      • How can I log on to local internet providers and pay only local phone charges when I am abroad?
    2. 1.2 Denoting a train or bus serving a particular district, with frequent stops.
      (火车)慢车;市内公交车
      the town has an excellent local bus service

      村子里的公交汽车服务很棒。

      Compare with express
      Example sentencesExamples
      • You can get a glimpse of this by the way that commuters hanging from the local train will pull in a man running late.
      • One of these boys who use the local train for their nefarious activities become the victim of a braggart.
      • A journey with many stops, this is living life local train style, in less than ten seconds.
      • We travelled to Goregaon in a local train and took a rick back to suku's place.
      • Just try and recall the poor people you have seen on the streets, in local trains, and in slums.
      • Possibly the local train may have observed something which may throw some light upon the matter.
      • Domestic services in Kent will also benefit from the link with local trains using part of it from 2007.
    3. 1.3 (in technical use) relating to a particular region or part, or to each of any number of these.
      〈技〉局部的
      a local infection

      局部感染。

      migration can regulate the local density of animals

      迁徙可以调节动物的局部密度。

      Example sentencesExamples
      • However, as it only appeared in the left foot, it was probably just a local infection which may have caused the man to limp.
      Synonyms
      confined, restricted, contained, limited, localized
    4. 1.4Computing Denoting a variable or other entity that is only available for use in one part of a program.
      〔计算机〕局域的
      Example sentencesExamples
      • It looks for local keys, not over the Internet, and that's very much the point.
    5. 1.5Computing Denoting a device that can be accessed without the use of a network.
      〔计算机〕本地的。比较REMOTE
      Compare with remote
      Example sentencesExamples
      • The files are on your local computer, and you need to upload them to the Web server.
      • This is not a critical risk, as only people on the local machine may logon to this account with a blank password.
      • Set up a node on your local machine and use some test files to insert and request.
      • Each group of cameras feeds into a local computer as well as transmitting its pictures to the monitoring station.
      • BT could be ready to cut charges that give rival operators access to its local network.
nounˈloʊk(ə)lˈlōk(ə)l
  • 1An inhabitant of a particular area or neighborhood.

    本地居民

    the street was full of locals and tourists

    街上都是本地人和游客。

    Example sentencesExamples
    • Collected by the author himself from the stories passed down by word of mouth from the locals living in the areas where the burnings occurred.
    • Coming from a holiday area I know locals get fed up with tourists and by mid to late season begin to give up.
    • This area is where the locals party on holidays.
    • He described how she obtained the methamphetamines from the north and he sold the drugs to foreign tourists while she contacted locals in the area.
    • While the sun was conspicuous by its absence the weather was still pleasant and tourists as well as locals took full advantage of it.
    • We do detect some sort of orchestrated opposition by incomers to the area, but locals don't seem to be bothered.
    • Last time I was down in that area the locals told me to be careful where I walked near the caves just in case I fell down a hole and be lost forever.
    • Many artists choose to live in this portion of town because other artists are already established here and tourists and locals flock to the area to shop.
    • The long-term vision for Waterford's south quays is that they will have fewer car parks and will be more of an amenity area for visitors and locals alike to enjoy the River Suir.
    • In this article we feature just one of these areas where locals are beavering away with the intention of making the place where they live a much more attractive place to live in.
    • In many residential areas of Baghdad yesterday locals had set up private roadblocks, fearful that an outbreak of major violence today could trigger looting.
    • Visitors to the area and locals alike on that day were not treated very respectfully and who knows how it will effect visitors repeating visits to the area in the future.
    • After talking to some of the locals in the area and comparing notes and sob stories, the verdict is that power supplies have taken a serious reliability downward dive.
    • Experts advise sticking to areas where locals also buy property.
    • Other than supplementing people's diet, the industry would create employment opportunities for the locals as the area already has a ready market for the fish.
    • Every evening the road was full of locals and tourists strolling along, enjoying the atmosphere and the shops which shut during the afternoon but stay open late in the evening.
    • The city's 130,000 inhabitants chat languidly in doorways, grinning at locals and passing tourists.
    • The forestry here, at the back of the swimming pool, will be cleared of soft woods leaving the native hard woods in place and will provide an amenity area for visitors and locals.
    • That area, which includes the Cowgate, is very popular among drinkers and clubbers on a Saturday night, and it is also a residential area for locals and students.
    • It's average fare in an above average setting where you'll find a mix of tourists, locals and visitors from all over the Bay area enjoying some food.
    Synonyms
    local person, native, inhabitant, resident, parishioner, citizen
    1. 1.1British informal A pub convenient to a person's home.
      〈英,非正式〉附近的小酒馆
      a pint in the local

      去附近的小酒馆喝上一品脱啤酒。

      Example sentencesExamples
      • We don't care if you're the type of guy we could have a pint with down the local.
      • Many drinkers are as likely to order an elderflower cordial as a pint of beer down at the local.
      • Pop down to the local for a pint and a sandwich and it means you're meeting somebody you actually like and the business can go hang.
      • And yours truly will either be celebrating like mad or crying into my pint down the local.
      Synonyms
      pub, public house, bar, inn, tavern, hostelry, saloon, wine bar
    2. 1.2 A local train or bus service.
      慢车,市内公交车
      catch the local into New Delhi

      乘上去新德里的公交车。

      Example sentencesExamples
      • Everyone going to intermediate stops had to get off there and switch to the next local.
    3. 1.3North American A local branch of an organization, especially a labor union.
      〈北美〉工会地方分会;(机构的)地方分支
      Example sentencesExamples
      • The trade union local argues that the interests of the staff are prejudiced in this way.
      • On December 17 the last of six union locals ratified an agreement sanctioning huge wage and job cuts.
      • Such practices prevail, not only in many union locals, but in virtually all international unions.
      • Referrals may include human resources departments, union locals, government departments, or legal services.
      • After the election, Merkel could start to encourage more union locals to negotiate more flexible arrangements with their bosses.
      • It boasts two radio stations, a housing corporation, a law office, and affiliate relationships with a host of trade-union locals.
    4. 1.4Stock Market informal A floor trader who trades on their own account, rather than on behalf of other investors.
      〔股票〕〈俚〉炒股散户,独立炒股人
      Example sentencesExamples
      • The opening of B share trading to locals in February freed $75 billion for stock investment and sent prices surging.

Origin

Late Middle English: from late Latin localis, from Latin locus ‘place’.

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