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main
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- pronunciation:
- meIn
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective, noun), Homophone Note
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
most important; chief; primary.
She gave us a list of the main chapters to study for the final exam.The main entrance to the building is on the other side.- synonyms:
- biggest, cardinal, chief, paramount, premier, primary, prime, principal, supreme
- antonyms:
- minor
- similar words:
- central, critical, crucial, first, foremost, head, key, lead, uppermost
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| related words: |
big, fundamental, major |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a large pipe for distributing water or gas to homes or other buildings.
A leak in the water main caused the village to be without water for days.- similar words:
- canal, channel, duct, pipe
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| related words: |
tube |
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The words main, Maine, and mane sound alike but have different meanings.
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