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chain up

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chain someone (or an animal) up

to bind someone or an animal in chains. We will have to chain him up until the police get here. Please chain up your dog.

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chain something up

to lock or secure a door or gate with chains. Please chain the gate up again when you come through. Yes, chain up the gate.

See also: chain, up