chain

noun
[L4760]

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Derivations chain

Derivations チェーン

Forms

  • singular : chain
  • plural : chains

Senses

  • unit of length
  • series of connected (usually metallic) links
  • businesses that share a brand and central management, and usually have standardized business methods and practices
  • sequence of house-buying transactions
  • fastening device

chain

verb
[L4761]

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Derived from chain

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

  • simple present : chain
  • simple present, singular, third person : chains
  • simple past : chained
  • present participle : chaining
  • past participle : chained

Senses

  • bind with links which are typically made of metal
  • connect with chain

Examples (not attached to a Sense)

    1991: The first speech censured, the first thought forbidden, the first freedom denied, chains us all irrevocably.
    [The Drumhead]