Main Street
1 of 1nounthe most important street with many shops and stores in a town
Main Street refers to the central or most important street in a town or city, often serving as the center of local activity. It is typically lined with shops, restaurants, and other businesses, making it a place for people to shop, eat, and socialize. Main Street is usually where people gather for events, shopping, or dining and is often associated with the heart of a community. In many towns, it is also the location of key government buildings or landmarks. While the size and appearance of Main Street can vary, it often represents the town’s identity and cultural center.
- The new bakery opened on Main Street last week.
- Main Streets often have the busiest traffic in small towns.
- She strolled down Main Street, admiring the holiday decorations.
- Many small businesses thrive on Main Street.
- He parked his car along Main Street and walked to the diner.
any small town (or the people who inhabit it); generally used to represent parochialism and materialism (after a novel by Sinclair Lewis)