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Definition chain in British English

chain verb

[transitive] verb
/tʃeɪn/
1

to use a chain to fasten something so that it cannot be stolen, or to fasten someone so that they cannot escape

Example

The more dangerous prisoners were kept chained.

Example

Protesters had chained themselves to the railings.

Example

rows of chained up bikes

Synonyms and related words
tie up buckle do up tie up gag chain
Definition chain in British English

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