chain

中文意思

n. a series of things depending on each other as if linked together
n. (chemistry) a series of linked atoms (generally in an organic molecule)
n. a series of (usually metal) rings or links fitted into one another to make a flexible ligament
n. (business) a number of similar establishments (stores or restaurants or banks or hotels or theaters) under one ownership

n. 链条
He noticed that the chain on his bicycle was rusty and needed some oil.
他注意到自行车上的链条生锈了，需要加点油。
n. 连锁店
This popular coffee chain plans to open ten new stores in the city this year.
这家受欢迎的咖啡连锁店计划今年在该市新开十家门店。
n. 枷锁
Education helped her break the chains of poverty and start a new life.
教育帮助她打破了贫困的枷锁，开启了新的生活。
v. 用锁链栓住
Remember to chain your bike to the fence so nobody steals it.
记得把你的自行车用锁链栓在栏杆上，以免被人偷走。
v. 束缚
Don't chain yourself to a boring job just because the salary is stable.
不要仅仅因为薪水稳定就把自己束缚在一份乏味的工作上。