mains

[meynz]

noun

(used with a singular verb)

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of mains¹

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

Example Sentences

He will move into a motorhome parked on his drive, which is plugged into the mains.

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But who has the time or the energy to polish silverware, transfer mains and sides into nice dishes, and lay a table?

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The BBC understands that the majority of data centres in Scotland currently use "open loop" systems, which need a constant supply of mains water.

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Every home has a small box called a cut-out which links the mains electricity cable outside a property with the wires inside.

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Half a century ago, people living in one of the most remote areas of England made a plea to be connected to mains electricity.

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