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Meaning of chains
A series of linked metal rings or other flexible material used for fastening or restraining something
Etymology of chains
The word "chains" originated from Old French "chainne", from Latin "catena", meaning "chain"
Historically, the word has been used to describe physical restraints, as well as metaphorical connections between things
Synonyms
bonds
fetters
shackles
manacles
handcuffs
links
ligatures
ties
fasteners
connectors
couplings
joinings
bindings
moorings
anchors
tethers
restraints
confines
limitations
restrictions
impediments
hindrances
obstacles
barriers
blocks
constraints
chains
ropes
cords
twines
threads
yarns
fibers
wires
cables
hawsers
lashings
seizings
trusses
stays
guys
braces
props
buttresses
supports
fastenings
claspings
gripings
graspings
clutchings
holdings
keepings
detainments
confinements
Definitions
- A series of linked metal rings or other flexible material used for fastening or restraining something
- * A series of things linked or connected together
- * A sequence of events or activities linked together
Usage Examples
- The prisoner was held in chains until the trial
- * The chain of events led to a surprising conclusion
- * The bike chain broke after a few miles of riding
Antonyms
freedoms
releases
liberations
emancipations
unfetterings
unshacklings
unchainings
loosening
unloosings
unbindings
untyings
unfastenings
separations
detachments
disconnections
isolations
independences
autonomies
self-governances
sovereignties
immunities
exemptions
privileges
rights
liberties
franchises
charters
dispensations