local

B2 · Upper Intermediate Computing Technical

adj. connected directly to your computer or accessible without using the internet.

adj. relating to a computer or device that is directly accessible to a user, rather than one accessed via a network.

日本語:ローカル※

“You should save a local copy of the file in case the internet goes down.”

“The application stores user preferences in a local database to ensure the interface remains responsive during network outages.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Medicine Technical

adj. affecting only one part of the body.

adj. affecting or involving only a restricted part of an organism or body.

“The doctor gave her a local anaesthetic so she wouldn't feel the needle.”

“The patient experienced a local reaction to the sting, characterized by redness and swelling confined to the site of the injury.”

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. a person who lives in a particular area or town.

n. an inhabitant of a particular area or neighbourhood.

Español:lugareño

“The locals were very friendly and showed us the best places to eat.”

“The new development was met with significant opposition from locals who feared it would destroy the village's character.”

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun British English · Informal

n. the pub or bar that is nearest to your home and where you go often.

n. a person's nearest or most regularly frequented public house.

“I'm just heading down to the local for a quick drink with my neighbours.”

“After the football match, the entire team gathered at the local to celebrate their victory.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. a small, nearby branch of a large organisation like a workers' union.

n. a local branch of a national or international organisation, especially a trade union.

“The union local voted to go on strike after the talks failed.”

“Representatives from the union local met with management to negotiate better safety protocols for the factory floor.”