electric main

noun

The principal or main electrical supply line that distributes electricity from the utility grid to a building or home.

Meanings

nounelectric main (plural electric mains)

plural electric mains

  1. businessThe principal or main electrical supply line that distributes electricity from the utility grid to a building or home.
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