mainbody

Mainbody, often written as two words, refers to the central portion of a document, page, or interface that contains the primary information or content. It is used to distinguish substantive material from front matter such as the title page, abstract, or table of contents, and back matter like appendices and references. The term appears across disciplines to indicate the portion where the main ideas and details are presented.

In writing and publishing, the main body is the core argument, narrative, or exposition. It is typically organized into sections or chapters that develop ideas, present evidence, and lead to conclusions. Writers often outline the main body before drafting to ensure logical flow and coherence. In academic and technical works, the main body supports the thesis and may include methods, results, analyses, and discussion.

In web design and user interfaces, the main content area is sometimes marked as the main element, or main body, of a page. The main section houses the primary text, images, or interactive content. Accessibility guidelines recommend that the main content be identifiable to assistive technologies, with navigational landmarks and a clear reading order to facilitate keyboard and screen reader use.

In typography, main body text refers to the continuous prose that forms the bulk of the material. Readability concerns include appropriate font size, line length, line height, and margins to support comfortable reading. The main body is usually distinguished from headings, captions, and footnotes.

The exact meaning of "mainbody" can vary by field; context determines whether it refers to written content, a page region, or a structural element in a document or software. As a general concept, it denotes the central, substantive portion that conveys the principal information.