mains
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of mains
1425–75; late Middle English, plural of main, aphetic variant of Middle English demain, demeine demesne
Example Sentences
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Utility companies in Rochdale say that essential works have taken place in the area to upgrade or maintain vital infrastructure, including gas pipes, water mains and broadband.
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Engineers have been working overnight to repair damage to a mains pipe that has left thousands of homes and other buildings without gas.
From BBC
If water has leaked near your electrics, switch off the electricity supply at the mains and soak up water with towels.
From BBC
She recently looked into the cost of getting mains electricity and was told it would be £51,000.
From BBC
Mr Martin has also urged residents to "stop abusing SEW technical staff on the streets repairing burst mains or airlocks in the system".
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