principal — meaning in English

English meaning

• chief noun The leader or head of a group, organization, or tribe.
• main adj Most important; primary or chief.
• prime adj Of the highest quality or importance; excellent.

Senses

principal is used for these senses in English:

• chief Primary; principal.
• main Chief, most important, or principal in extent, size, or strength; consisting of the largest part.
• prime First in importance, degree, or rank.

chief — full definition

1. noun The leader or head of a group, organization, or tribe.
2. adj Most important; primary.

main — full definition

1. adj Most important; primary or chief.
2. noun A large pipe carrying water, gas, or electricity to a network of buildings.

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