locale

American  

[loh-kal, -kahl] / loʊˈkæl, -ˈkɑl /

noun

1. a place or locality, especially with reference to events or circumstances connected with it.

   to move to a warmer locale.

   Synonyms:

   spot, site, location

2. the scene or setting, as of a novel, play, or motion picture.

   The locale is a small Kansas town just before World War I.

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locale British  

/ ləʊˈkɑːl /

noun

1. a place or area, esp with reference to events connected with it

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Etymology

Origin of locale

1765–75; alteration of earlier local < French: noun use of the adj. See local

Example Sentences

A few high-profile Californians may leave the state, he says, but his study of other locales with wealth taxes shows most stayed put External link and paid their share.

From Barron's

He is, however, reported to own an estimated 20 properties around the world, many of which are located in top skiing locales, including Aspen, Vermont, and Norway.

From MarketWatch

White is understood to split his time between Los Angeles and New York City, having purchased properties in both locales.

From MarketWatch

Winter wonderlands are absent from these images, though many of the locales Mr. Friedlander captures are merry and bright.

From The Wall Street Journal

We savor traditions that regular travel to new locales wouldn’t allow.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• locality
• location
• neighborhood
• venue