1. relating to or occurring in a particular area, city, or town rather than a large area
2. affecting only a restricted part of the body
Usage: medical

1. a person who lives in a particular area
2. a neighborhood bar or pub
Usage: British

Examples

• We shop at the local grocery store.
• The local news covered the town festival.
• She received a local anesthetic before the procedure.
• The locals were very friendly to visitors.
• He stopped by his local for a drink after work.
• Local businesses support the community.
• The infection remained local and didn’t spread.