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nationwide

 
 
/ˌneɪʃənˈwaɪd/ US   /ˈneɪʃənˌwaɪd/ adjective [only before noun]

Definition

existing or happening in all parts of a particular country: a nationwide chain/network Essential services could still be delivered through a nationwide network of local post offices. a nationwide strike
(Definition of nationwide adjective from the Cambridge Business English Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

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