Definitions for mainstream
ˈmeɪnˌstrimmain·stream

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:4.0 / 1 vote

1. mainstreamnoun

   the prevailing current of thought

   "his thinking was in the American mainstream"

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1. mainstreamnoun

   The prevailing opinion or practise; as, the doctor avoided using therapies outside the mainstream of modern medical practice.

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1. mainstreamnoun

   That which is common; the norm.

   His ideas were well outside the mainstream, but he presented them intelligently, and we were impressed if not convinced.

2. mainstreamverb

   To educate (a disabled student) together with non-disabled students.

   Mainstreaming has become more common in recent years, as studies have shown that many mainstreamed students with mild learning disabilities learn better than their non-mainstreamed counterparts.

3. mainstreamverb

   To popularize, to normalize, to render mainstream.

4. mainstreamadjective

   Purchased, used or accepted broadly rather than by a tiny fraction of population or market; common, usual or conventional.

   They often carry stories you won't find in the mainstream media.

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1. mainstream

   Mainstream refers to the ideas, attitudes, or activities that are considered as prevalent, widespread, accepted or recognized by a majority of individuals, societies, or a particular group. It often denotes the common or dominant trend in opinion, fashion, culture, arts, or the way of life.

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1. Mainstream

   Mainstream is the common current thought of the majority. However, the mainstream is far from cohesive; rather the concept is often considered a cultural construct. The mainstream includes all popular culture and media culture, typically disseminated by mass media. The opposite of the mainstream are subcultures, countercultures, cult followings, and genre. Additionally, mainstream is sometimes a codeword used for an actual ethnocentric or hegemonic subculture point of view, especially when delivered in a culture war speech. It is often used as a pejorative term by subcultures who view ostensibly mainstream culture as not only exclusive but artistically and aesthetically inferior. In the United States, mainline churches are sometimes referred to synonymously as "mainstream." Also known as "straight" and "straights" for individuals.

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1. mainstreamnoun

   Mainstream Hip-Hop Popular hip-Hop.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of mainstream in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of mainstream in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

Examples of mainstream in a Sentence

1. Jessica Koravos:

   We are very tied to social distancing measures. As long as they are still in place, a mainstream return to theatre and musical theatre in particular looks pretty impossible.

2. Amy Kimberlain:

   Years ago, it wasn't mainstream, but more and more people are going the vegan route.

3. Gareth Grobler:

   If I buy Bitcoin and transfer it to another person, the price is very likely to change overtime, so I could send $200 worth of Bitcoin to someone, but as the price fluctuates they actually only get say $150. Bitcoin is really only going to be a better deal for someone who really understands financial markets and watches the price constantly. Further solutions need to be developed for mainstream adoption and tangible financial benefits.

4. Scott Walter:

   It’s an outrageous lie that some mainstream Christian group is a threat in terms of violence and racism.

5. Joe Biden:

   Well, I think we’ll, whomever I think will get a vote from Republican side for the following reason – I’m not looking to make an ideological choice here, I’m looking for someone to replace Judge Breyer with the same kind of capacity Judge Breyer had, with an open mind, who understands the Constitution, interprets it in a way that is consistent with the mainstream interpretation of the Constitution.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=mainstream
2. ^ GCIDE
   https://gcide.gnu.org.ua/?q=mainstream
3. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Mainstream
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=mainstream