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watch chain
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watch chain
n
(Miscellaneous Technologies / Horology) a chain used for fastening a pocket watch to the clothing See also fob1
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Noun1.watch chain - short chain or ribbon attaching a pocket watch to a man's vestwatch chain - short chain or ribbon attaching a pocket watch to a man's vest
chain - a series of (usually metal) rings or links fitted into one another to make a flexible ligament
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watch chain ncatena dell'orologio


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Pocket watch chains can be found in a variety of lengths and styles and can be chosen to match belts, lapels or button holes.
The auctions were very gentlemanly affairs - panelled auction rooms, a bit like the council chamber in our Town Hall - and the buyers in bowler and top hats, suits and waistcoats with gold watch chains.
Pocket Watches and Pocket Watch Chains A pocket watch is a classy gift.
 
 
 
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