Canadian English Meaning of fence
fence
Other Canadian English words related to fence
- barricade
- Barrier
- wall
- block
- chain
- Hedge
- hurdle
- obstacle
- bar
- buffer
- bulwark
- bumper
- clog
- constraint
- crimp
- Curb
- cushion
- dam
- deterrent
- Embarrassment
- encumbrance
- Fender
- disability
- hindrance
- Hobble
- impediment
- Inhibition
- interference
- let
- obstruction
- pale
- pale
- Rampart
- restraint
- Roadblock
- snag
- stop
- stumbling block
- trammel
- shackle
Nearest Words of fence
Definitions and Meaning of fence in English
fence (n)
a barrier that serves to enclose an area
a dealer in stolen property
fence (v)
enclose with a fence
receive stolen goods
fight with fencing swords
surround with a wall in order to fortify
have an argument about something
fence (n.)
That which fends off attack or danger; a defense; a protection; a cover; security; shield.
An inclosure about a field or other space, or about any object; especially, an inclosing structure of wood, iron, or other material, intended to prevent intrusion from without or straying from within.
A projection on the bolt, which passes through the tumbler gates in locking and unlocking.
Self-defense by the use of the sword; the art and practice of fencing and sword play; hence, skill in debate and repartee. See Fencing.
A receiver of stolen goods, or a place where they are received.
fence (v. t.)
To fend off danger from; to give security to; to protect; to guard.
To inclose with a fence or other protection; to secure by an inclosure.
fence (v. i.)
To make a defense; to guard one's self of anything, as against an attack; to give protection or security, as by a fence.
To practice the art of attack and defense with the sword or with the foil, esp. with the smallsword, using the point only.
Hence, to fight or dispute in the manner of fencers, that is, by thrusting, guarding, parrying, etc.
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