chain

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/ˈt͡ʃeɪn/ English

Definitions

noun

A series of interconnected rings or links usually made of metal.“He wore a gold chain around the neck.”
A series of interconnected things.“This led to an unfortunate chain of events.”
A series of stores or businesses with the same brand name.“That chain of restaurants is expanding into our town.”
A number of atoms in a series, which combine to form a molecule.“When examined, the molecular chain included oxygen and hydrogen.”

verb

To fasten something with a chain.
To link multiple items together.
To secure someone with fetters.
To obstruct the mouth of a river etc with a chain.

Related words

Synonyms

rackle irons string range strand iron concatenation mountain chain mountain range chain of mountains chemical chain range of mountains fob lock padlock gear shackle

Associated

stores chains fatty reaction discount supermarket grocery polymer pizza hotels acids amino

Rhymes

ascertain disdain sustain inane mundane strain attain profane plain bane

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