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fence
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- pronunciation:
- fens
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a structure used to mark off an area or to keep animals or people in or out.
We built this fence to keep the dogs from escaping.
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| related words: |
barricade, barrier, partition, wall |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
fences, fencing, fenced |
| definition 1: |
to place a fence around (often followed by "in," "off," or "out").
They fenced off their share of the property. |
| definition 2: |
to take part in the sport of fencing.
The two competitors fenced well in the match.
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| related words: |
limit, shut, stake, wall |
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| derivation: |
fencer (n.) |
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