A major

American  

[ay may-jer] / ˈeɪ ˈmeɪ dʒər /

noun

1. Music. the key that has A as the tonic or first note of its scale and is represented by a key signature having three sharps.

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Example Sentences

It also removes the need for frequent and precise calibration of the receiver, which is a major challenge in traditional systems.

From Science Daily

"This study addresses a major gap by focusing on the workers who start their day when most people are still asleep."

From Science Daily

The researchers describe this system as a "pseudo-organelle," a functional compartment that is not enclosed by a membrane but still plays a major role in organizing cell behavior.

From Science Daily

Also in the rattlesnake win column, their venom has been a major source of inspiration for medical treatments, Taylor said.

From Los Angeles Times

One of the cases declined for prosecution involved a major car manufacturer, which had reported possible anti-bribery violations to federal investigators involving a foreign subsidiary.

From Salon