mains

American  

[maynz] / meɪnz /

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. the main or home farm of a manor, as where the ownerlives; manse.

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Etymology

Origin of mains

1425–75; late Middle English, plural of main, aphetic variant of Middle English demain, demeine demesne

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Example Sentences

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mains

Fire hydrants in the UK are access points that allow crews to access mains water when they arrive at the scene of a blaze.

From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026

In a statement, Anglian Water said the current weather "can cause ground movement that results in an increase of burst water mains or leaks".

From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026

Hopes for a deal sent both mains sharply lower, with international benchmark Brent losing more than eight percent on Monday and WTI more than seven percent.

From Barron's ● Jul. 28, 2026

For mains, the grilled rainbow trout with Carolina Gold rice and espelette-citrus beurre blanc was beautifully balanced, while the butternut squash agnolotti with Madeira foam and ricotta offered a rich, comforting counterpoint.

From Salon ● Jun. 11, 2026

I told him three mains would be enough, but he winked and said money was not a problem.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover

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