chain
chain
ʧeɪn
chein
British pronunciation
/tʃeɪn/

Definition & Meaning of "chain"in English

Chain
01

a stylish necklace made of linked metal rings that is worn around the neck as jewelry

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chain definition and meaning

What is a "chain"?

A chain is a piece of jewelry that consists of small metal links that are joined together to form a flexible band. Chains come in various lengths, thicknesses, and styles, and can be made from different types of metals such as gold, silver, and platinum. They can also be adorned with pendants or charms to add to their decorative appeal. Chains are often worn as necklaces or bracelets and are a popular fashion accessory for both men and women. They can be delicate and understated or bold and chunky, depending on the wearer's personal style and preferences.

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A friend admired her chain and asked where she bought it.
He gifted her a beautiful gold chain for their anniversary.
02

a connected series of hills or mountains forming a continuous line

chain definition and meaning
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The Appalachian chain stretches across the eastern US.
A chain of mountains separates the two valleys.
03

a series of connected or interdependent items or events

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The supply chain was disrupted due to the storm.
A chain of events led to their unexpected success.
3.1

a line of metal rings or links connected together, often used for fastening or pulling

chain definition and meaning
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He locked his bike with a heavy chain.
The dog was tied to a pole with a chain.
04

a sequence of connected atoms, usually forming part of an organic molecule

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The polymer contains a long carbon chain.
Fatty acids have a chain of hydrogen and carbon atoms.
05

anything that serves as a limitation

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He felt like a chain was holding him back.
A chain of regulations kept the system rigid.
06

a group of retail stores that have the same name and sell similar products or services, all owned and run by the same company

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The coffee chain opened several new locations across the city.
She works for a popular clothing chain that has stores nationwide.
07

a series of objects connected or linked together

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A chain of lights decorated the room.
The kids made a human chain across the river.
08

a unit of measurement for length, usually 66 feet or 20.1168 meters in surveying

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The property measured 5 chains across.
Surveyors marked distances in chains.
09

a situation in which the sale of a house or apartment depends on the buyer first selling their own property

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The sale is delayed due to a housing chain.
They broke the chain and completed their purchase.
to chain
01

to secure or attach something or someone using a series of connected links

Transitive: to chain sb/sth | to chain sb/sth to an immobile support
to chain definition and meaning
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The gatekeeper will chain the entrance to restrict access to the private property.
To secure the boat, the captain will chain it to the dock.
02

to connect or link multiple items together to form a continuous line or series

Transitive: to chain multiple items
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The workers chained the sections of fence to enclose the entire perimeter of the construction site.
She chained the wooden logs to create a sturdy barrier around the garden to keep out animals.
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