Definition of Local

Noun

  • anesthetic that numbs a particular area of the body
    - local anesthetic - local anaesthetic - topical anesthetic - topical anaesthetic
  • 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"

Adjective

  • affecting only a restricted part or area of the body
    "local anesthesia"
  • 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"
  • 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"
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Unscramble local

17 unscramble word found using the letters local.

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