1. a series of connected metal links
2. a series of things connected or following in succession
3. a group of stores, restaurants, or hotels owned by the same company

1. to fasten or secure with a chain
2. to connect in a series

Examples

• The dog was attached to a heavy chain.
• She wore a gold chain around her neck.
• A chain of events led to the accident.
• That restaurant is part of a popular chain.
• The prisoners were chained together.
• The bike was chained to the fence.
• Mountains chain across the landscape.