mainly

Etymology

Definitions

1. 1

   Chiefly

   Chiefly; for the most part.

   • If you’re looking for the most breathable mask, Lukovics says, “Cotton is preferable, mainly for absorbing moisture/sweat.” She says multiple layers may be more protective but will also impact breathability.
2. 2

   Forcefully, vigorously.

   • Such breadth of ſhoulders as might mainely beare Olde Atlas burthen, […]
   • Mainly they all attonce vpon him laid, / And sore beset on euery side around […]
3. 3

   Of the production of a sound

   Of the production of a sound: loudly, powerfully.

   • But in the end, mainly crying out, he fell to raling and wringing his master, upbraiding him that he was not a true Philosopher[…].
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   1. 4

      To a great degree

      To a great degree; very much.

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