chain

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chain
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Meanings
noun
  • a series of linked metal rings used for fastening or securing something, or for pulling loads.
    E.g. he slid the bolts on the front door and put the safety chain across
  • a sequence of items of the same type forming a line.
    E.g. he kept the chain of buckets supplied with water
  • a jointed measuring line consisting of linked metal rods.
  • a structure of planks projecting horizontally from a sailing ship's sides abreast of the masts, used to widen the basis for the shrouds.
verb
  • fasten or secure with a chain.
    E.g. she chained her bicycle to the railings

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