chain

Definition

A series of interconnected rings or links usually made of metal.

Etymology

From Middle English cheyne, chaine, from Old French chaine, chaene (“chain”), from Latin catēna (“chain”), from Proto-Indo-European *kat- (“to braid, twist; hut, shed”). Doublet of catena. Displaced native Middle English rakil and rakent (from Old English racente (“chain”)); see rackan.

Example Sentences

• "He wore a gold chain around the neck."
• "The anchor is connected to the boat with a 100-metre long chain."
• "a chain of mountains"