Associations to the word «Mainspring»
Noun
- Barrel
- Torque
- Arbor
- Bridle
- Notch
- Wearer
- Watch
- Cock
- Lever
- Clock
- Friction
- Cam
- Wheel
- Verge
- Regulator
- Gear
- Trigger
- Mechanism
- Tension
- Screw
- Monarchy
- Slide
- Balance
- Hammer
- Spring
- Action
- Housing
- Rotation
- Motion
- Machinery
- Jaw
- Happiness
- Conduct
- Lock
- Pistol
- Movement
- Weight
- Principle
- Device
- Cord
- Chain
- Civilization
- Wealth
- Glory
- Impulse
- Firing
- Energy
- Donald
- Pull
- Progress
- Existence
- Drive
- Strength
- Force
- Wind
- Emotion
- Bullet
- Universe
- Seek
- Train
- Turn
- Passion
- Keeping
Adjective
Adverb
Wiktionary
MAINSPRING, noun. The principal spring of a clockwork mechanism, that drives it by uncoiling.
MAINSPRING, noun. (figuratively) The most important reason for something.
Dictionary definition
MAINSPRING, noun. The most important spring in a mechanical device (especially a clock or watch); as it uncoils it drives the mechanism.
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