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Definition of Fence

1. Noun. A barrier that serves to enclose an area.

2. Verb. Enclose with a fence. "We fenced in our yard"

3. Noun. A dealer in stolen property.

4. Verb. Receive stolen goods.

5. Verb. Fight with fencing swords.

6. Verb. Surround with a wall in order to fortify.

7. Verb. Have an argument about something. "Sam wants to fence with Sue "

Definition of Fence

1. n. That which fends off attack or danger; a defense; a protection; a cover; security; shield.

2. v. t. To fend off danger from; to give security to; to protect; to guard.

3. 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.

Definition of Fence

1. to practice the art of fencing [v FENCED, FENCING, FENCES]

Medical Definition of Fence

1. 1. To fend off danger from; to give security to; to protect; to guard. "To fence my ear against thy sorceries." (Milton) 2. To inclose with a fence or other protection; to secure by an inclosure. "O thou wall! . . . Dive in the earth, And fence not Athens." (Shak) "A sheepcote fenced about with olive trees." (Shak) To fence the tables, to make a solemn address to those who present themselves to commune at the Lord's supper, on the feelings appropriate to the service, in order to hinder, so far as possible, those who are unworthy from approaching the table. Origin: Fencing. 1. That which fends off attack or danger; a defense; a protection; a cover; security; shield. "Let us be backed with God and with the seas, Which he hath given for fence impregnable." (Shak) "A fence betwixt us and the victor's wrath." (Addison) 2. 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. "Leaps o'er the fence with ease into the fold." (Milton) In England a hedge, ditch, or wall, as well as a structure of boards, palings, or rails, is called a fence. 3. A projection on the bolt, which passes through the tumbler gates in locking and unlocking. 4. 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. "Enjoy your dear wit, and gay rhetoric, That hath so well been taught her dazzing fence." (Milton) "Of dauntless courage and consummate skill in fence." (Macaulay) 5. A receiver of stolen goods, or a place where they are received. Origin: Abbrev. From defence. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Fence

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