local authority
US /ˈloʊkəl ɔːˈθɔrəti/
UK /ˈləʊkəl ɔːˈθɒrəti/
名词
地方当局, 地方政府
the administration of the public affairs of a city, county, or district by its elected representatives
示例:
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The local authority is responsible for maintaining public parks.
地方当局负责维护公共公园。
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You need to contact your local authority for a building permit.
您需要联系您的地方当局以获取建筑许可证。