main course
nounUK /ˌmeɪn ˈkɔːs/
US /ˌmeɪn ˈkɔːrs/
The main course is the biggest and most important part of a meal.
For the main course, we had roast chicken and vegetables.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The principal part of any event or activity.
The main course of the evening was the award ceremony.
3. In a formal dinner, the course served after the appetizer and before dessert.
The waiter cleared the plates before bringing out the main course.
4. A large portion of food served as the central part of a meal.
The main course was a hearty stew with fresh bread.