Main (Noun)
Meaning 1
A principal pipe in a system that distributes water or gas or electricity or that collects sewage.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The city's water main had ruptured, causing a massive flood in the downtown area.
- The gas main explosion destroyed several buildings on the block.
- Before digging a new foundation, the construction crew had to locate the electric main.
- The sewage main in the neighborhood was clogged with grease and debris.
- The plumber had to shut off the hot water main to make the necessary repairs.