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Definition or meaning of the English word Chain
To keep in slavery; to enslave. (v. t.).
To protect by drawing a chain across; as a harbor. (v. t.).
To unite closely and strongly. (v. t.).
A series of links or rings; usually of metal; connected; or fitted into one another; used for various purposes; as of support; of restraint; of ornament; of the exertion and transmission of mechanical power; etc. (n.).
To measure with the chain. (v. t.).
To fasten; bind; or connect with a chain; to fasten or bind securely; as with a chain; as; to chain a bulldog. (v. t.).
The warp threads of a web. (n.).
Iron links bolted to the side of a vessel to bold the dead-eyes connected with the shrouds; also; the channels. (n.).
An instrument which consists of links and is used in measuring land. (n.).
A series of things linked together; or a series of things connected and following each other in succession; as; a chain of mountains; a chain of events or ideas. (n.).
That which confines; fetters; or secures; as a chain; a bond; as; the chains of habit. (n.).
Translations for the English word Chain
Spanish Translation for the English word Chain is la cadena Italian Translation for the English word Chain is catena; (for necklace) catenella[Noun]
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