CHAIN

Definition of CHAIN

(verb)connect or arrange into a chain by linking
(verb)fasten or secure with chains
(noun)a series of things depending on each other as if linked together
(noun)(chemistry) a series of linked atoms (generally in an organic molecule)
(noun)a series of (usually metal) rings or links fitted into one another to make a flexible ligament
(noun)(business) a number of similar establishments (stores or restaurants or banks or hotels or theaters) under one ownership
(noun)anything that acts as a restraint
(noun)a unit of length
(noun)a series of hills or mountains
(noun)a linked or connected series of objects
(noun)a necklace made by stringing objects together