Might and main meaning

What does the saying 'Might and main' mean?

Idiom: Might and main

Meaning:

This means with all your effort and strength.  As he failed in the previous exam,the student tried might and main to pass the next one.
Country: International English | Subject Area: General | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
Contributor: Mashroof Hossain
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