地場
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Meanings
1
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
locality; local area
Refers to a specific local area or region, often in contrast to wider or national contexts. Commonly used attributively with の.
A policy to support local industries was announced.
This shop uses only locally grown vegetables.
2
local stock exchange; local dealer
Financial term referring to a local stock exchange or a local securities dealer, as opposed to a national exchange or major firm.
I bought stocks through a local securities firm.
Trends in the local stock exchange are attracting attention.