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单词 locale
释义
locale
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n

A locale is the specific place where something happens. If you dream of a trip to some tropical locale, Hawaii, Belize, and Costa Rica might all be on your wish list.
When you choose a locale for a big sci-fi convention, you need to make sure there's enough room for all the participants. And when you decide on a locale for an intimate party, you might stick to a cozy spot like your own living room. Locale comes from the French local, and it was originally spelled the same way. The e was eventually added to encourage correct pronunciation, with the emphasis on the last syllable.
WORD FAMILY
locale: locales
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The Spokane, Washington, native said the locale contributed to his decision, as well as personal reasons, including a family illness.
Washington Times(Dec 29, 2016)
The remaining mom-and-pop stores are more able to reflect the desires of their customers in their locales.
Washington Post(Dec 23, 2016)
At the suggestion of Ang Lee, he agreed to shoot in Taiwan, a less expensive locale than Japan.
Los Angeles Times(Dec 23, 2016)
n the scene of any event or action (especially the place of a meeting)
Syn|Hyper
locus, venue
scene
the place where some action occurs
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