main line vs trunk line

main line

noun
  • A standard sequence of opening moves considered to be best play. 

trunk line

noun
  • A main railway line which usually forms the backbone of a rail network. 

  • The main line of a canal, from which other sections diverge. 

  • A main telephone line. 

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