Synonyms

local time

American

noun

the time based on the meridian through a specific place, as a city, in contrast to that of the time zone within which the place is located; the time in a specific place as compared to that of another place to the east or west.

local time British

noun

the time in a particular region or area expressed with reference to the meridian passing through it

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Etymology

Origin of local time

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

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It will not be much cooler when the match begins at 19:00 local time.

From BBC

Emirates said all fights to and from Dubai were grounded until at least 3 p.m. local time on Monday.

From Los Angeles Times

"I am hearing explosions and fighter jets overhead," one resident of central Tehran said at around 9:45 am local time, before communications and internet access were cut.

From Barron's

The shop closes at 19:00 local time, according to its posted hours.

From BBC

In New York, a travel ban brought the city of over 8 million to a near standstill before it was lifted at noon local time.

From BBC

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