CEFR A2

fence

noun

Meaning

A barrier, usually made of posts and wire or wood, that encloses an area of land.

Examples

A wooden fence surrounds the garden.
The dog jumped over the fence.

Synonyms: barrier, enclosure, palisade

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fence (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /fɛns/

Definition

A barrier, usually made of posts and wire or wood, that encloses an area of land.

Examples

A wooden fence surrounds the garden.
The dog jumped over the fence.
They are building a new fence along the property line.

How to Use fence

fence in (phrasal verb): To surround an area with a fence. — "They decided to fence in the backyard for the dog."
fence off (phrasal verb): To separate an area with a fence. — "They will fence off the construction site for safety."

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