local government

noun

: the government of a specific local area constituting a subdivision of a major political unit (such as a nation or state)
also : the body of persons constituting such a government

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Now, Bowden, who works in local government in Melbourne, wants to recover her citizenship. — Julia Buckley, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026 Portions of sales tax that go to local governments still apply. — Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026 HOAs occupy a unique position between private property and local governments. — Daniel Kramer, The Conversation, 3 Aug. 2026 Instead, the local government had reportedly already spoken with the Palais de Tokyo about the kunsthalle using La Générale’s space to house its administrative offices during construction following the December 31 expiration of La Générale’s lease. — News Desk, Artforum, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for local government

Word History

First Known Use

1753, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of local government was in 1753

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“Local government.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/local%20government. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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