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maintain
maintenance
maintenance bond
maintenance requirement
Mainz
maiolica
maisonette
maistry
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mains
mains [ maynz ]


plural noun 
Definition:
 
network of pipes or cables: the central network of pipes or cables that distribute water, gas, or electricity from a local station to individual buildings in an area
[Early 17th century. Plural of main]
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