localism

1. 1. A local linguistic feature.
   2. A local custom or peculiarity.
2. Devotion to local interests and customs.

The noun has 2 meanings:

Meaning #1: a phrase or pronunciation that is peculiar to a particular locality

Meaning #2: a partiality for some particular place
  Synonyms: sectionalism, provincialism

Localism may refer to:

• Localism (politics)
• Localism in Thailand, sustainability, moderation and broad-based development
• Surf localism, conflicts for large waves

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