in the main meaning and definition

IN THE MAIN adverb

Definition of in the main (adverb)

1. for the most part
   • "he is mainly interested in butterflies"
   • synonyms: chiefly, mainly, primarily, principally
2. without distinction of one from others
   • "he is interested in snakes in general"
   • synonyms: generally, in general
   • antonym: specifically