Locale — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /lō-ˈkal/ lo·cale

Meaning & Definition of Locale

Locale (noun)

  1. a place or locality especially when viewed in relation to a particular event or characteristic
  2. site, scene

Locale (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the area or space occupied by or intended for something

    "we found an ideal locale for our annual picnic"

    similar: emplacement, locality, location, locus, place, point, position, site, spot, venue, where
    related: scene, precinct, region, section, sector, here, there

  2. the place and time in which the action for a portion of a dramatic work (as a movie) is set

    "the movie's locale is ambiguous, though the architecture and dress are suggestive of 19th-century Europe"

    similar: background, scene, setting
    related: backdrop, scenery, set, mise-en-scène, tableau

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Locale

The most common words with a similar meaning to Locale:

emplacement, locality, location, locus, place, point, position, site, spot, venue, where, background, scene, setting

Related Words for Locale

precinct, region, section, sector, here, there, backdrop, scenery, set, mise-en-scène, tableau

Origin & Etymology of Locale

modification of French local, from local, adjective

First known use: 1761

Frequently Asked Questions about Locale

What does "Locale" mean?

"Locale" means a place or locality especially when viewed in relation to a particular event or characteristic. As a noun, it is defined as: a place or locality especially when viewed in relation to a particular event or characteristic. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Locale"?

Other words for "Locale" include emplacement, locality, location, locus, place, point, position and site. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Locale" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Locale"?

There are 25 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Locale". Common alternatives include emplacement, locality, location, locus, place, point, position, site, spot and venue.

How do you use "Locale" in a sentence?

Examples of "Locale" in a sentence: "we found an ideal locale for our annual picnic"; "the movie's locale is ambiguous, though the architecture and dress are suggestive of 19th-century Europe".

Is "Locale" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Locale" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Locale"?

"Locale" is pronounced /lō-ˈkal/ and divided into syllables as lo·cale.

What is the origin of the word "Locale"?

"Locale" comes from modification of French local, from local, adjective. First known use: 1761.

What is another word for "Locale" meaning "the area or space occupied by or intended for something"?

When "Locale" (noun) means the area or space occupied by or intended for something, synonyms include emplacement, locality, location, locus, place and point.