Main Definition
main
adjective
- most important element; "the chief aim of living"; "the main doors were of solid glass"; "the principal rivers of America"; "the principal example"; "policemen were primary targets"; "the master bedroom"; "a master switch"
- (of a clause) capable of standing syntactically alone as a complete sentence; "the main (or independent) clause in a complex sentence has at least a subject and a verb"
- of force; of the greatest possible intensity; "by main strength"
noun
- any very large body of (salt) water
- a principal pipe in a system that distributes water or gas or electricity or that collects sewage
"Main" in song lyrics
See how main is used in real songs:
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"center the tone into the domain, no main"
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"On another application explaining the main"
Asher Roth f/ Miguel — His Dream -
"we in the game, whether you know the name, me and my main"
The A-Team (Aceyalone & Abstract Rude) — Who Framed the A-Team?
Words that rhyme with main
Usage tips for "main"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "main" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for main to find words that pair well.