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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.
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

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He is 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

Unlike other festivals that set up shop in a hot, scenic locale to showcase performers from other places around the world, Mojave Experience has a more authentic vibe.

From Los Angeles Times

Both Digital Realty and Equinix control real estate in sought-after locales like Northern Virginia, Illinois and Northern California, with prime access to electricity, fiber optic capacity and key customers.

From Barron's

It’s seeing a spike in demand for its platform in the home locales of the two teams competing —the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots.

From MarketWatch

It’s seeing a spike in demand for its platform in the home locales of the two teams competing —the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots.

From MarketWatch

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