Meaning & use

locale

noun·Academic

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A place, especially considered in relation to a particular event or setting.

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The director chose a coastal town as the locale for the film.

They searched for the perfect locale to hold the outdoor wedding.

A note on using this word

Slightly more literary than the plain word 'place,' and it suggests a location chosen or notable for a specific purpose or character.

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