a series of usually metal links or rings that are connected to each other in a line and used for supporting heavy things, for holding things together, for decoration, etc.
a chain that is attached to the arms or legs of a prisoner—usually plural —often used figuratively
a series or group of things or people that are connected to each other in some way
2chainverb
to fasten, hold, or connect (someone or something) with a chain —often used as (be) chained —often used figuratively
