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chain

 

[ tʃeɪn ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

metal

A series of connected metal links or rings used for fastening or securing objects

Synonyms

bond, fetter, shackle

Examples of usage

  • The prisoner was bound in chains.
  • She wore a gold chain around her neck.
Context #2 | Noun

stores

A series of stores or businesses owned by the same company

Synonyms

enterprise, franchise, group

Examples of usage

  • The restaurant chain has locations all over the country.
  • I prefer to shop at local chain stores.
Context #3 | Verb

restrict

To restrict or confine someone or something

Synonyms

bind, confine, restrain

Examples of usage

  • The dog was chained up in the yard.
  • She felt chained to her desk at work.

Translations

Translations of the word "chain" in other languages:

🇵🇹 corrente

🇮🇳 श्रृंखला

🇩🇪 Kette

🇮🇩 rantai

🇺🇦 ланцюг

🇵🇱 łańcuch

🇯🇵 鎖 (くさり)

🇫🇷 chaîne

🇪🇸 cadena

🇹🇷 zincir

🇰🇷 사슬

🇸🇦 سلسلة

🇨🇿 řetěz

🇸🇰 reťaz

🇨🇳 链条 (liàntiáo)

🇸🇮 veriga

🇮🇸 keðja

🇰🇿 тізбек

🇬🇪 ჯაჭვი

🇦🇿 zəncir

🇲🇽 cadena

Etymology

The word 'chain' originated from the Old English word 'cæn', which ultimately comes from the Latin word 'catena'. Chains have been used for various purposes throughout history, from restraining prisoners to securing items. Over time, the word has also been used to describe a series of stores or businesses owned by the same company.

See also: chains, unchained.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,047, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.