1. A connected, flexible series of links, typically of metal, used especially for holding objects together or restraining or for transmitting mechanical power. 2. Such a set of links, often of precious metal and with pendants attached, worn as an ornament or symbol of office. 3. A restraining or confining agent or force. 4. Bonds, fetters, or shackles. 5. threw off the chains of slavery. 6. series 7. A number of establishments, such as stores, theaters, or hotels, under common ownership or management. 8. A range of mountains. 9. A group of atoms bonded in a spatial configuration like links in a chain. 10. Gunter's chain 11. A similar instrument used in engineering, measuring 100 feet (30.5 meters). 12. A unit of measurement equal to the length of either of these instruments. 13. chained the dog to a tree. 14. workers who were chained to a life of dull routine.
