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Definition
most important; or person who is most important
The exact meaning of principal can depend upon its context. For example:
- "the principal idea" or "the principal performer" — the most important
- "the principal of the school" — the person in charge
- "a principal of a company" — an owner or person with controlling authority
- "the principal in a transaction" (as contrasted to the agent) — the person on whose behalf an agent acts
- She had come to this office principally because it was an easier commute for her and a slot had come open.p. 214.3
- "Principally the ones kept in Mr. Strauss's office," said Johnson.p. 214.4
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