Chained

/tʃeɪnd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

past tense of chain, meaning to connect or fasten something with chains.

The dog was chained to the post to prevent it from running away.

to bind or secure with chains.

They chained the gates shut at night for security.

to cause something to be linked together in a series.

The events were chained in a way that each one led to the next.

adjective

being in a state of being restricted or confined.

He felt chained by his responsibilities and unable to pursue his dreams.

connected together in a series.

The chained links of metal formed a robust necklace.

From Middle English 'chaine', from Latin 'catena'.

chained to a desk

restricted to working at a desk without freedom to move.

chained reaction

a series of events in which each event is the result of the previous one.

chain

a series of connected links used for fastening.

link

a connection or relationship between two or more things.

having no freedom.

I'm feeling chained to this job.

always online or available.

She’s chained to her phone all day.