regional
UK: ˈriːdʒənl | US: ˈriːdʒənl
adj. relating to or characteristic of a region
adj. limited to a specific geographic area
The word "regional" derives from the Latin "regio" (meaning "direction, boundary, district"), which evolved into Old French "region" before entering Middle English. The suffix "-al" (from Latin "-alis") transforms the noun into an adjective, indicating "pertaining to." Thus, "regional" literally means "pertaining to a specific area or district." This reflects the word's logical progression from a spatial concept to a descriptive term for locality-bound characteristics.
The festival celebrates regional cuisine from across the country.
She was promoted to a regional manager position.
The dialect has unique regional variations.
This policy addresses regional economic disparities.
The museum showcases regional art and history.