Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mainstay
noun
/ˈmeɪnsteɪ/
Definition
A mainstay is a person or thing that acts as a chief support or mainstay in a particular context.
Examples
- The local farmers have been the mainstay of the community for generations.
- In her life, family has always been her mainstay during difficult times.
- Reliable transportation is a mainstay for any successful business.
Meaning
It refers to someone or something that is essential for support or stability.
Synonyms
- backbone
- pillar
- support
- foundation
