chain

US /tʃeɪn/
UK /tʃeɪn/
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a series of connected metal links used for fastening or pulling, or as a decoration

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The dog was tied to a post with a heavy chain.
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She wore a gold chain around her neck.
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fettershacklebond
2.

a series of stores, hotels, or other businesses owned or managed by the same company

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This coffee shop is part of a large national chain.
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The hotel chain has properties all over the world.
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networkgroupfranchise
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to fasten or secure with a chain

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He chained his bicycle to the fence.
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The gate was chained shut.
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fettershacklerestrain
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