Definition of main

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  • main is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 6
  • main is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 6
  • main is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 8

Definition of main

  • (of a clause) capable of standing syntactically alone as a complete sentence (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the main (or independent) clause in a complex sentence has at least a subject and a verb

    Synonyms

    1. independent
  • any very large body of (salt) water (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. briny
  • most important element (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the main doors were of solid glass

    Synonyms

    1. chief
    2. master
    3. primary
    4. principal
  • a principal pipe in a system that distributes water or gas or electricity or that collects sewage (noun)
  • of force; of the greatest possible intensity (adjective)

    Examples

    1. by main strength

See definition of main in Merriam Webster