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mainstream

main·stream [ máyn strm ]


noun 
Definition:
 
main current of thought or behavior: the ideas, actions, and values that are most widely accepted by a group or society, e.g. in politics, fashion, or music
views well outside those of the mainstream



adjective 
Definition:
 
reflecting norm: reflecting the most widely accepted views or tastes of a nation or culture and therefore not exceptional, extreme, or avant-garde
The scandal, previously ignored by the mainstream media, is now on the front pages.



transitive and intransitive verb  (past and past participle main·streamed, present participle main·stream·ing, 3rd person present singular main·streams)
Definition:
 
enroll special students in general classes: to enroll students with physical disabilities or learning difficulties in general school classes


main·stream·er noun
main·stream·ing [ máyn strming ] noun
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