2013年4月8日月曜日

Chain

1chain pronunciation: function: noun usage: often attributive etymology: middle english cheyne, from anglo-french chaene, from latin catenadate: 14th century 1 a : a series of usually metal links or rings connected to or fitted into one another and used for various purposes (as support, restraint, transmission of mechanical power, or measurement) b : a series of links used or worn as an ornament or insignia c (1) : a measuring instrument of 100 links used in surveying (2) : a unit of length equal to 66 feet (about 20 meters)2 : something that confines, restrains, or secures3 a : a series of things linked, connected, or associated together lt;a chain of eventsgt; lt;a mountain chaingt; b : a group of enterprises or institutions of the same kind or function usually under a single ownership, management, or control lt;fast-food chainsgt; c : a number of atoms or chemical groups united like links in a chain

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