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main option

[/meɪn ˈɑpʃən/]
nounpl: main options
opção principal
1. The primary or most important choice available among several alternatives
The main option for transportation is by car in this area.
A opção principal para transporte nesta área é de carro.
2. In computing or software, the primary selection or setting available in a menu or interface
Click on the main option in the dropdown menu to proceed.
Clique na opção principal no menu suspenso para continuar.
Synonyms
primary optionchief optionprincipal choicemain choiceprimary choice
Antonyms
secondary optionalternative optionminor optionbackup option

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
opção principal
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
opção principal
Standard usage, sometimes shortened to 'opção chave'
Portugal
opção principal
Standard usage; may also use 'opção prioritária'

Related Idioms & Phrases

to have something as the main option
the main option is on the table
stick with the main option
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