what is a local word?

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what is a local word?

2006-10-08 18:29:51 · 5 answers · asked by Christy N 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching

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A regional expression. An expression that is only used in a certain area or region. In Silicon Valley, we say "interface" to mean talk or communicate between people.

2006-10-08 18:42:35 · answer #1 · answered by Jazz In 10-Forward 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋

Check the link ... maybe, it could be of great help.

it's about "A Lexicon of Local Words"

2006-10-09 06:10:47 · answer #2 · answered by Hanz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋

A word only used in, or originally from, a particular area. "Colloquialism" is another term.

2006-10-09 07:40:06 · answer #3 · answered by nzfiona 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋

sn expression such as "you all" in the South

2006-10-09 01:37:29 · answer #4 · answered by nora7142@verizon.net 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

yahoos!

2006-10-09 01:36:52 · answer #5 · answered by anissia 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋