daisy-chain

1 of 2

verb

daisy-chained; daisy-chaining; daisy-chains

transitive verb

: to link (things, such as computer components) together in series

daisy chain

2 of 2

noun

1
: a string of daisies with stems linked to form a chain
2
: an interlinked series
a daisy chain of computer peripherals
a daisy chain of toddlers

Examples of daisy-chain in a Sentence

Noun She wore a daisy chain around her neck. a daisy chain of electronic devices The children linked arms forming a daisy chain.
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Verb
However, while data is daisy-chained around a vehicle from device to device, Campana says that only automakers can provide access, so this won’t be a potential security weakness for car systems. James Morris, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025 The monitor delivers images in 4K, has a fast response time, and enough Display Port connectors to daisy-chain multiple monitors. Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 9 July 2024
Noun
Every character in this story gets their own voice — the novel’s polyphonic structure comprises 21 first-person chapters, a daisy chain of regret, anger, humor and self-loathing. Tomi Obaro, Vulture, 21 Nov. 2024 What had been a daisy chain of discrete rooms will be a continuous loop, with a toroid plan that eliminates walls and, with the addition of a ramp, improves accessibility. Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 10 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for daisy-chain 

Word History

First Known Use

Verb

1955, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1841, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of daisy-chain was in 1841

Dictionary Entries Near daisy-chain

daisy chain

daisy-chain

daisy cutter

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“Daisy-chain.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/daisy-chain. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.

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