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fences
We have found lemma(root) word of fences : fence.
Definitions
[fɛns], (Noun)
Definitions:
- a barrier, railing, or other upright structure, typically of wood or wire, enclosing an area of ground to prevent or control access or escape
- a guard or guide on a plane, saw, or other tool
- a person who deals in stolen goods
Phrases:
- outside the fences
- over the fence
- side of the fence
- sit on the fence
Origin
:
Middle English (in the sense ‘defending, defence’): shortening of defence. Compare with fencible and fend
[fɛns], (Verb)
Definitions:
- surround or protect with a fence
(e.g: our garden was not fully fenced)
- buy or sell (stolen goods)
(e.g: after stealing your ring, he didn't even know how to fence it)
- engage in the sport of fencing
Phrases:
- outside the fences
- over the fence
- side of the fence
- sit on the fence
Origin
:
Middle English (in the sense ‘defending, defence’): shortening of defence. Compare with fencible and fend
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