fence
//fɛns//
Noun
fenceSingular
fencesPlural
1
A barrier or structure made of wood, metal, or other material that encloses an area of ground to mark a boundary, control access, or prevent escape.
They built a wooden fence around their garden.
2
A guard or guide on a tool or machine.
The fence on the table saw helps guide the wood for straight cuts.
Verb
fenceInfinitive
fencePresent tense
fencedPast tense
fencedPast participle
fencingPresent participle
fencesThird-person singular
1
To surround or enclose with a fence.
They fenced the garden to keep the animals out.
2
To engage in the sport of fencing with swords.
She learned to fence at university.
3
To avoid giving a direct answer; to speak evasively.
Stop fencing and give me a straight answer.
Noun
fenceSingular
fencesPlural
1
A person who receives and resells stolen goods.
The police arrested the fence who was buying stolen jewelry.