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Fence
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Simple meaning
What does Fence mean?
a barrier around an area
Dictionary definition
A barrier around an area; also to build a barrier or practice sword fighting.
Example sentences
Fence in a sentence
easy
The dog ran along the fence.
medium
They will fence the garden to protect the plants.
hard
Athletes who fence use safe swords and careful rules.
Synonyms
Words like Fence
barrierSomething that blocks or separates.
enclosureAn area closed in by a barrier.
Antonyms
Opposite words
openingA space that lets people or things pass through.
gateA moveable opening in a fence.
Word family
Fence word family
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Practice 1
What does fence mean?
Fence means a barrier around an area.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to fence?
Barrier is close in meaning to fence in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of fence?
Opening contrasts with fence.
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