chain (n)

n02999410

type n
lex_filenum 06
def a series of (usually metal) rings or links fitted into one another to make a flexible ligament
Outgoing links
Hypernym ligament
Part holonym chain printer; chain tongs; bicycle, bike, wheel, cycle
Derivationally related form chain → chain
Hyponym anchor chain, anchor rope; bicycle chain; chatelaine; fob, watch chain, watch guard; paper chain; pull chain; tire chain, snow chain
Incoming links
Hypernym anchor chain, anchor rope; bicycle chain; chatelaine; fob, watch chain, watch guard; paper chain; pull chain; tire chain, snow chain
Part meronym bicycle, bike, wheel, cycle; chain printer; chain tongs
Hyponym ligament
Derivationally related form chain → chain

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