(mathematics) A maximum within a restricted domain, especially a point on a function whose value is greater than the values of all other points near it.

A sports match between local rival teams.

(mathematics) A point on a graph (or its associated function) whose value is less than all other points near it.

A condition in which a certain part of the body acquires larger than normal size due to excessive growth of the anatomical structures or abnormal accumulation of substances.

(astronomy) The small cluster of galaxies that contains the Milky Way Galaxy; includes Andromeda, Triangulum, the Large Magellanic Cloud, Small Magellanic Cloud and others.

Any form of government whose remit covers an area less than that of the nation and, in some cases, less than that of a state.

(astronomy) A region of interstellar space containing about one tenth the average density of matter of our galaxy.

(algebra) A commutative ring with a unique maximal ideal, or a noncommutative ring with a unique maximal left ideal or (equivalently) a unique maximal right ideal.

plural of local ring

Aspects of a location that distinguish it from neighboring communities; the collective customs, mannerisms, fashions, artwork, accents or traditions of an area.