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chain

noun: a series of usually metal links or rings that are connected to each other in a line and used for supporting heavy things, for holding things together, for decoration, etc.
noun: 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)
verb: to fasten, hold, or connect (someone or something) with a chain
verb: to obstruct or protect by a chain
usually plural
synonyms: bond, enslave, bind

Protesters formed 'a human chain' [=they stood next to each other with their arms linked] around the ancient tree to prevent it from being cut down.
In the United States, the President as the commander in chief is at the head of the military 'chain of command'.
I thought he really won the lottery but he was only 'pulling my chain'. [=he was only playing a joke on me]

(..) Where could he be at this hour? l'd better go out again and look for him. And remember, nobody eats a bite until l fi nd him. lgot-a no strings but lgot-a the brain lbuy a newsuit andlswing-a the chain leat-a the best andldrink-a champagne lgot-a no strings on me - Bravo, Pinocchio! - They like me. (..)
1940 Pinocchio