noun
Uncommon
locality
loh-KAL-ih-tee
Locality (noun) means a particular area or neighbourhood, especially one being discussed for its own character. Example: “House prices vary a lot depending on the locality.”
noun
1
A particular area or neighbourhood, especially one being discussed for its own character.
"House prices vary a lot depending on the locality."
"The plant is native to a few localities in the Alps."
How to use locality
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA specific district or area, often used in formal or geographic contexts.
Common pairings
a rural locality
in this locality
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Word forms
- Plural
- localities
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Etymology
From French localité, ultimately from Latin locus, "place".
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What does “locality” mean?
The word “locality” means a particular area or neighbourhood, especially one being discussed for its own character. In plain terms, a specific district or area, often used in formal or geographic contexts.
How do you pronounce “locality”?
“Locality” is pronounced loh-KAL-ih-tee (/loʊˈkæl.ɪ.ti/ in IPA).
How do you use “locality” in a sentence?
Here is “locality” used in a sentence: “House prices vary a lot depending on the locality.”
What part of speech is “locality”?
“Locality” is a noun.
Where does the word “locality” come from?
The word “locality” comes from Latin. From French localité, ultimately from Latin locus, "place".
Is “locality” a common word?
“Locality” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between locality and location?
Locality refers to a particular area or neighbourhood, often discussed for its own distinct character or community, while location more generally refers to a specific point or position in space without necessarily implying a wider surrounding area.
Is locality a formal or informal word?
Locality tends to appear in more formal contexts, such as official, administrative, or descriptive writing about a neighbourhood or region, rather than in casual everyday speech.
When would you use locality instead of neighbourhood?
Locality is often used when discussing an area more broadly or officially, such as in planning, demographic, or geographic contexts, whereas neighbourhood tends to emphasize the community or residential feel of a smaller local area.
