Synonyms for

Mains

Verb / meɪnz / Another word for mains — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The principal pipes or conduits in a system for conveying water, gas, or electricity to buildings

Synonyms & similar words

main briny pipes conduits lines cables wires channels ducts tubes circuits systems networks plumbing electricity waterworks gasworks power

Synonyms by register

Formal

primary principal chief foremost

Informal

main thing big deal most important part

Literary

nucleus core heart

Antonyms

minor secondary unimportant subsidiary peripheral auxiliary

Common collocations

  • main course
  • main road
  • main reason
  • main point
  • main event
  • main character
  • main idea
  • main concern

Word family

noun main
adjective main
adverb mainly

Usage note

Often used in phrases like 'main course' or 'main road'. Can also refer to the primary source of something, like 'mains electricity'.

Example sentences

  1. The mains burst and flooded the street.
  2. The electricity mains were cut off due to maintenance.
  3. The water mains were contaminated with bacteria.
  4. The gas mains are being upgraded in our neighborhood.
  5. The mains in our building need repairing.

Quotes

  • The power of the mains is immense.
  • The water mains supply the town with fresh water.
  • Without the gas mains, we would not have heating.

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