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Meaning of the word main in English

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main

US /meɪn/
UK /meɪn/
"main" picture

Adjective

chief in size or importance

Example:
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The main reason for his success is hard work.
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The main road was closed due to an accident.
Synonym:
chief principal primary leading foremost
Antonym:
minor secondary subordinate

Noun

a main pipe or cable

Example:
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There's a problem with the water main.
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The power main was cut during the storm.
Synonym:
trunk conduit line
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main course main line Maine Coon maine-anjou main clause water main main road