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mainpiece

Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪnpis/

The English word “mainpiece” has 2 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. The primary play or other work performed at an evening's entertainment at the theatre, as opposed to smaller introductory or additional works.
  2. The principal part of a ship's head; the principal piece of timber in a rudder.

Etymology

From main + piece.

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