localism
nounUK /ˈləʊkəlɪzəm/
US /ˈloʊkəlɪzəm/
Localism is when people care most about their own town or area and want it to make its own choices.
The town's localism meant they bought food from nearby farms instead of big stores far away.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A word or way of speaking used only in a small area.
The teacher explained that 'bubbler' is a localism for a drinking fountain.
3. The belief that local people and places should have more power than faraway governments.
Her localism made her trust the village council more than the national leaders.
4. Loyalty to the customs and interests of your own small area.
His localism showed in how he always cheered for the town's little football team.