maincable
nounUK /ˈmeɪnˌkeɪbəl/
US /ˈmeɪnˌkeɪbəl/
The maincable is the biggest, most important wire that carries power or signals to many places.
The electrician checked the maincable before turning the power back on.
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2. The thick anchor rope or chain that holds a ship or structure in place.
The crew tightened the maincable as the storm approached.
3. A large cable used to support a bridge or lift system.
Engineers inspected the maincable of the suspension bridge.
4. The primary connection line in a computer or network setup.
Plug the router into the maincable for a stable connection.