B2adverbenvironmentbusiness
US/ˈloʊ.kəl.i/
UK/ˈləʊ.kəl.i/
in or near the area where you live or the place being talked about
In context
We buy most of our vegetables locally from farmers nearby.
The cheese is made locally using milk from a single farm.
Many environmental groups live by the idea of thinking globally and acting locally.
Words that go with locally
adverb + verb
- locally sourcedThe menu uses only locally sourced ingredients.
- locally grownLocally grown fruit tastes fresher.
- locally producedLocally produced goods are cheaper to transport.
- locally madeShe sells locally made crafts at the market.
verb + adverb
- shop locallyTry to shop locally to support small businesses.
- act locallyThink globally, act locally.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
locally foodCorrect: local food