local government
Americannoun
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the administration of the civic affairs of a city, town, or district by its inhabitants rather than by the state or country at large.
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the governing body of a town or district.
noun
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government of the affairs of counties, towns, etc, by locally elected political bodies
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the US equivalent of local authority
Etymology
Origin of local government
First recorded in 1835–45
Example Sentences
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Employment in local government rose by 55,000 jobs across the month, while 35,000 jobs were created in the healthcare sector.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Healthcare and local government have been big drivers for for new hires this year.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
The local government has proposed an old tactic to keep high-paying guests at the luxury resort from becoming chum: Putting a shark net adjacent to the beach.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
While the mayor’s race is getting national attention, voters will also decide a pivotal race for Los Angeles City Council that could have profound influence on the direction of local government.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
Doha thought he was someone who worked in the local government office.
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
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