fence

US /fens/
UK /fens/
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a barrier, railing, or other upright structure, typically of wood or wire, enclosing an area of ground to mark a boundary, control access, or prevent escape.

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The farmer built a new fence around his pasture.
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The children climbed over the garden fence.
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barrierenclosurerailingwallhedge
2.

a person who deals in stolen goods.

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The police arrested the fence who was selling stolen electronics.
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He was known in the underworld as a reliable fence.
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receiverdealer in stolen goodsspiv
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enclose (an area) with a fence.

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They decided to fence off the dangerous area.
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The property was completely fenced.
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enclosesurroundwall offhedge in
2.

engage in the sport of fencing.

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She learned to fence at a young age.
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They will fence in the national competition.
3.

receive or buy stolen goods.

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He was caught trying to fence the stolen jewelry.
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It's illegal to fence stolen goods.
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receive stolen goodsdeal in stolen goods
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