chain
nounUK /tʃeɪn/
US /tʃeɪn/
A chain is a line of metal rings joined together.
The dog was tied to the fence with a chain.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A group of stores or businesses owned by the same company.
She works at a coffee chain with shops all over the city.
3. A series of connected events or things.
The storm caused a chain of problems for the town.
4. To fasten or tie something with a chain.
They chained the gate so no one could open it.