"local option" meaning in English

See local option in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

Forms: local options [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} local option (plural local options)
  1. The ability of local political jurisdictions, typically counties or municipalities, to allow decisions on certain controversial issues, especially the sale of alcohol, based on popular vote within their borders. Wikipedia link: local option
    Sense id: en-local_option-en-noun-O1VXrSkU Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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