Word forms: locals adjective [ADJ n] Local means existing in or belonging to the area where you live, or to the area that you are talking about.

What is local?

1 : characterized by or relating to position in space : having a definite spatial form or location. 2a : of, relating to, or characteristic of a particular place : not general or widespread. b : of, relating to, or applicable to part of a whole. 3a : primarily serving the needs of a particular limited district.

What are some examples of local?

Local is defined as a person or thing belonging to a specific town or area. An example of a local is a person born and raised in the town where she attends college. Making all possible or scheduled stops on a route; not express. A local train.