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Conceptual system
chain
Domain:  Garments
Subdomain (1st level):  Garment accessories
Subdomain (2nd level):  Findings
Table:  Table 16
Noun
Countable
Definition:  The chain is composed of the teeth attached to the adjacent edges of the two tapes of a zipper. The two rows of teeth are then drawn together by a slider or separated, to close or open the zipper. It can be made of metal, or plastic.
Penny, 2004, YKK, 2004
Context:  The resins used to manufacture the molded plastic chain are incredibly strong. These zippers are ideal for many medium and heavy weight garments or any outdoor application.
Lenzip, 2004
Attestation:  10
Contains:  tooth, top stop, bottom stop, insert pin
Contained in:  zipper
It:  catena
Degree of reliability:  10
YKK, 2004