fence

/fˈɛns/

/ˈfɛns/

Fence

a structure like a wall, made of wire, wood, etc. that is placed around an area or a piece of land

synonyms : fencing

a dealer in stolen property

to fence

MAIN VERB

fight with fencing swords

enclose with a fence

synonyms : fence in

have an argument about something

synonyms : argue

surround with a wall in order to fortify

synonyms : fence in

receive stolen goods

Examples

1. The fence comes up to my waist.

2. The fence runs along the edge of the property line.

3. The cat climbed over the fence.

4. A fence was being raised around the property.