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local

noun

Definition of LOCAL

a local unit of an organization <the truck drivers are members of Local 349 of the Teamsters' Union>

Synonyms affiliate, branch, cell, council, local

Related Words arm, division, wing; offshoot, subchapter; lodge, post

a usually longtime resident of a locality <few locals seem to patronize the city's touristy restaurants, leaving them to diners who prefer atmosphere over food>

Synonyms local, localite, townie (or towny), year-rounder

Related Words denizen, dweller, habitant, inhabitant, occupant, resident, resider

Near Antonyms excursionist, sightseer, traveler (or traveller); holidayer, vacationer, vacationist

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