chaincase

See also: chain case

English

Close-up of a touring bicycle's chaincase

Etymology

From chain +‎ case.

Noun

chaincase (plural chaincases)

1. A guard which fits around the chain of a bicycle to protect it from dirt and other environmental hazards, and to protect operators from dirt and danger of trapping.

   Synonym: chain guard

Translations

guard around the chain of a bicycle

German: Kettenkasten m