main

US /meɪn/

UK /meɪn/

1.

chief in size or importance

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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.

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chief principal primary leading foremost

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minor secondary subordinate

1.

a main pipe or cable

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There's a problem with the water main.

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The power main was cut during the storm.

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trunk conduit line

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