chain
When used as a noun to describe metal links, "chain" can be either countable (a chain) or uncountable depending on whether you are referring to the object or the material. In the context of businesses (like hotels or stores), it is always a countable noun. You would say "a large chain" or "several chains." As a verb, "chain" is often used metaphorically to describe feeling trapped or restricted by responsibilities, even if no physical metal links are present.
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yo did u finally get that chain for the bike or r u still trippin
bet. got it yesterday.
Meanings
A series of connected metal links.
"He secured the bicycle to the fence with a heavy steel chain."
A group of stores, hotels, or restaurants owned by the same company.
"The coffee shop is part of a global chain with thousands of locations."
A sequence of events or items linked together.
"The police are trying to establish the chain of events leading up to the accident."
To fasten or restrain something or someone with a chain.
"The dog was chained to the porch during the day."