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chain
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- pronunciation:
- cheIn
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
A chain is a thing made of rings that are joined together in a line. The rings of a chain are often made of metal.
The dog is outside on his chain. He can walk around, but he can't go out of the yard.At night, they lock the playground fence with a big, thick chain.
- similar words:
- cable
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| definition 2: |
A chain is a number of things or events that are connected to each other. A chain of mountains is a number of mountains that are connected.
The country of Japan is made up of a chain of islands.- synonyms:
- series, string
- similar words:
- course, cycle, range, set, train
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| definition 3: |
A chain is a group of the same kind of business. A chain of businesses is usually owned by the same person or company.
Thirty years ago, Neil's grandfather opened a clothing store in his town. Now, it is a chain with stores in ten states! |
| related words: |
belt, leash, line |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
chains, chaining, chained |
| definition: |
When you chain something, you use a chain to hold it in a certain way.
I chained my bike in front of the library.- similar words:
- bind, fasten, leash, secure, tie
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| related words: |
link |
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