"mainnet" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: mainnets [plural]
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  1. (cryptocurrencies) A large and established network of servers able to facilitate cryptocurrency transactions. Categories (topical): Cryptocurrency Related terms: testnet
    Sense id: en-mainnet-en-noun-5-4xaTOP Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: business, cryptocurrencies, cryptocurrency, finance

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