chain-link

American

[cheyn-lingk] / ˈtʃeɪnˌlɪŋk /

adjective

of, relating to, or resembling a chain-link fence, as in its diamond shapes or linked couplings.

a chain-link fabric.

Etymology

Origin of chain-link

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

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Behind the Peace River plant, sprawled out across a massive lawn, and behind a chain-link fence, were the ruins of a processing infrastructure.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

Mr. Gehry joined the pack in 1978 when he began remodeling his quaint bungalow in Santa Monica, Calif., attaching sections of low-budget plywood and chain-link fence to it as if they were jewelry.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

He sealed his daring reputation years before that when he redesigned his own home in Santa Monica, California, using materials like chain-link fencing, plywood and corrugated steel.

From BBC • Dec. 5, 2025

Sweeping ocean views are sullied by hollow shells of graffiti-tagged homes and miles of chain-link fencing.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 22, 2025

It darted across the patch of grass Mr. Jerry had along the side of his house, blocked off by a chain-link fence.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds

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