locally produced; native; local person
Meanings
3 senses · 10 examplesadjective
locally produced or grown; native
dialectUsed to describe agricultural or food products that are produced in the local area.
This is locally produced millet; it's especially fragrant.
They only sell locally produced flour, not flour from other regions.
Show 3 more examplesShow fewer examples
He likes to eat locally grown vegetables.
This wine is brewed locally and has a very unique flavor.
Our village opened a shop selling local specialties.
adjective
made using local/traditional methods
dialectEmphasizes the use of simple, traditional, or non-industrialized production methods.
The tofu at his house is made using traditional local methods; it has a very authentic taste.
Soy sauce made the traditional way is different from what you buy in the supermarket.
Show 1 more exampleShow fewer examples
The handmade paper from this village uses local traditional techniques.
noun
local person; native
dialectA modern, colloquial usage derived from the adjective form, commonly used to refer to locals.
He's an old-timer local and knows this place very well.
It's best to ask a local for directions.