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FENCE

(noun, verb)
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There are 7 meanings of the word Fence.

How to pronounce fence:

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Fence - as a noun

A barrier that serves to enclose an area

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fencing13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
barrier9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A dealer in stolen property

Fence - as a verb

Enclose with a fence

Example: "We fenced in our yard"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fence in

Receive stolen goods

Fight with fencing swords

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
contend10fight12struggle10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Surround with a wall in order to fortify

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fence inpalisade11surround9wall7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
protect11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Have an argument about something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
argue6contend10debate9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
converse13discourse12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"I need to mend the fence in my backyard."
"The farmer built a tall fence around his property."
"The children were playing hide-and-seek behind the fence."
"The dog jumped over the fence and ran away."
"The neighbors built a privacy fence to block the view."
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Word Game Points

Is FENCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fence is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FENCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is FENCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fence is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FENCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is FENCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fence is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FENCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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