local government

noun

: the government of a specific local area constituting a subdivision of a major political unit (such as a nation or state)

also : the body of persons constituting such a government

Examples of local government in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Proposals from the governors-elect include ending tax breaks, tightening climate and electricity restrictions and allowing local governments to impose their own moratoriums on data center construction. — David Goldman, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2026

With a lower tax base, some local governments in rural areas may not be able to maintain basic services and might need help from the state. — Liv Coleman, The Conversation, 5 Nov. 2026

Opponents, including some county Democratic groups, said the amendment would diminish local government budgets and would benefit mega-farms the most. — Miami Herald, 4 Nov. 2026

Gilbert entered the congressional race with years of experience in local government. — Sergio Candido, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1753, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for local government

• antigovernment