English · Adjectives

mainly

/ˈmeɪnli/

[/ˈmeɪnli/]

mostly; for the most part

Beginneradverb

Definition

Mainly means for the most part or chiefly.

Example

The class is mainly for beginners.

The class is mainly for beginners.

Etymology

From 'main', from Old English 'mægen' meaning strength, plus '-ly'.

How & Where It’s Used

Used to point to the main part or main reason.

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