Dictionary
mainly
adverb main·ly \ˈmān-lē\
Definition of MAINLY
1
obsolete : in a forceful manner
2
: for the most part : chiefly
ADVERTISEMENT
First Known Use of MAINLY
13th century
Related to MAINLY
- Synonyms
- altogether, basically, by and large, generally, largely, chiefly, mostly, overall, predominantly, primarily, principally, substantially
Learn More About MAINLY
Browse
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up mainly? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).