mainly
Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪnli/
The English word “mainly” has 4 meanings listed here.
adverb
- Of a person or thing being the driving force influencing the outcome of an event; chiefly; certainly for the most part.
- Forcefully, vigorously.
- Of the production of a sound: loudly, powerfully.
- To a great degree; very much.
Etymology
From Middle English maynly; equivalent to main + -ly.
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