locality
Translation
locality, area, district, neighbourhood
Examples
The police are searching the immediate locality.
The police are searching the immediate locality.
This plant is found only in this locality.
This plant is found only in this locality.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the locality)) a particular area or neighbourhood The police are searching the immediate locality.
Similar Words
Synonyms: area, district, neighbourhood, vicinity
Etymology
From Latin 'localis' meaning 'relating to a place'. The suffix '-ity' forms a noun.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'local city' or a specific 'local' area. It refers to a particular place.