English Reference
Adverb

domestically

adv. place
B2 Upper Intermediate US /dəˈmɛstɪkɫi/ UK /dəmˈɛstɪkli/ do·mes·ti·cal·ly Sports

adv.relating to things that happen inside your own country rather than in other countries. It can also describe things that happen at home or within a family.

adv.relating to the internal affairs of a nation or the private activities of a household. In a sports context, it refers to competitions or leagues within a single country.


SIMPLE

The team performs better domestically than in international tournaments.

CONTEXTUAL

The airline focuses on flying domestically to keep costs low for local travelers.

COMPLEX

While the company has struggled to gain a foothold in the European market, it remains domestically dominant due to its extensive distribution network and brand recognition.

Usage

Typically used to modify verbs or adjectives related to trade, politics, or sports competition.

The blueprints will allow Ukraine to produce the long-range weapon domestically.

BBC News· 25 Aug 2026

He said fuel output has risen 12.9 percent so far this year, supplying 5.4 percent more fuel domestically.

Al Jazeera· 19 Aug 2026
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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
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