Locally
'loʊkəli
Definitions
2 meaningsAt or in a particular area, place, or region; within a specific geographic area.
'loʊkəli
In or relating to a particular place or area.
The company hires locally to support the community.
💡 Simply: It's like saying something happens *right here* or *close by*. Like, "We get our pizza ingredients locally" means the farm is nearby!
👶 For kids: It means in the place where you are, or near you!
More Examples
We try to eat locally sourced food.
The data is stored locally on the computer.
How It's Used
"The store sources its produce locally, supporting nearby farmers."
"The application stores data locally on the device."
Referring to a specific part of the body and not affecting the whole system.
'loʊkəli
Relating to or originating from a specific part of the body.
The doctor administered a local anesthetic.
💡 Simply: It means something only affects one part of your body. Like, a cream that helps a rash *only* on your arm is a local treatment.
👶 For kids: It means a medicine only works on one part of your body, like your arm or leg.
More Examples
The medication acts locally, targeting the affected area.
The pain relief is localized to the injury.
How It's Used
"The cream provides local relief from the rash."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
From "local" + "-ly." "Local" comes from the Latin "locus" meaning "place."
The term 'locally' has been used since the early 17th century, evolving from its root word 'local.' Initially associated with place, its usage expanded over time.
Memory tip
Think of "local" as a specific spot on the map, and "locally" as the action happening *in* that spot.
Word Origin
"place"