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mains Synonyms

Another word for mains

Choosing another word for mains depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The principal pipes or cables through which public utilities such as water, gas, or electricity are distributed to buildings.

Usage Example

"The plumber had to turn off the water at the grid before repairing the burst pipe."

Strong
grid

• noun (Context 2)

The principal courses of a meal, typically served after the appetizers or starters (plural of 'main').

Usage Example

"After finishing our starters, we waited twenty minutes for the main courses to arrive at the table."

Strongest
main courses
Strong
entrees

• Nearby Words

mainland
mainline
mainly
mains
mainspring
mainstay
mainstream

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Mains. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/mains
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