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

The Environment Agency said that Wessex Water's rising mains are "ageing" and account for many of the company's pollution incidents.

From BBC

Several water mains broke, and a rock slide in Carbon Canyon caused a car to overturn, leaving those inside with minor injuries.

From Los Angeles Times

Instead, city officials have focused efforts on connecting victims with nongovernmental organizations, in addition to clearing roads and fixing broken and exposed water mains, James said.

From Los Angeles Times

But for thousands of residents, trouble began Friday when a junction of three water mains sprang a massive leak west of downtown.

From Seattle Times

The problems began Friday morning where three large water mains intersect just west of downtown.

From Seattle Times