Chain: meaning, definitions and examples

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chain

[ tʃeɪn ]

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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.

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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.

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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

Word origin

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.