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"Chain" Definition

noun

A connected, flexible series of links, typically of metal, used especially for holding objects together or restraining or for transmitting mechanical power.
A number of establishments, such as stores, theaters, or hotels, under common ownership or management.
A range of mountains.
A restraining or confining agent or force.
A series of closely linked or connected things: a chain of coincidences. See Synonyms at series.

idiom

Pull To take unfair advantage of someone; deceive or manipulate someone.

verb-transitive

To bind or make fast with a chain or chains: chained the dog to a tree.
To restrain or confine as if with chains: workers who were chained to a life of dull routine.

verb

To obstruct or protect by a chain.
To fasten, bind, or connect with or as if with a chain.

biographical name

Sir Ernst Boris 1906–1979 British (Ger.-born) biochem.

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