Meaning ofprovincialin English

Adjective

1. having provincial manners; characteristic of local inhabitants
   The provincial government is responsible for local affairs.
2. lacking cosmopolitan polish; rural and unsophisticated
   Her provincial upbringing influenced her simple and traditional way of life.
3. narrow or limited in perspective
   The provincial mindset of the villagers made it difficult for them to accept new ideas.
4. exhibiting local or regional biases
   The company's provincial policies favored local employees over international candidates.