Antonyms for mainline


Grammar : Adj, verb
Spell : meyn-lahyn, -lahyn
Phonetic Transcription : ˈmeɪnˌlaɪn, -ˈlaɪn


Definition of mainline

Origin :
  • also main-line, 1934, from main line in American English slang sense "principal vein into which drugs can be injected" (1933).
  • As in principal : adj most important
  • As in prosperous : adj successful, thriving
  • As in inject : verb introduce into bloodstream by use of a needle
Example sentences :
  • Sidetrack your emotions if you can and stick to the mainline!
  • Extract from : « Cleek of Scotland Yard » by Thomas W. Hanshew

Synonyms for mainline

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