Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Main Clause.
Main Clause - as a noun
A clause in a complex sentence that can stand alone as a complete sentence
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
independent clauseExample Sentences
"He completed the main clause before beginning the subordinate clause."
"In the sentence 'I ate dinner and watched TV', 'I ate dinner' is the main clause."
"The main clause of the sentence 'She runs daily and plays soccer' is 'She runs daily'."
"An independent clause can also be called a main clause."
"In a compound sentence, each main clause has equal importance."