fencing

noun

fenc·​ing ˈfen(t)-siŋ How to pronounce fencing (audio)
1
: the art or practice of attack and defense with the foil, épée, or saber
2
(2)
: the fences of a property or region
b
: material used for building fences

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What are the pool fence laws in Arizona? Arizona law calls for 5-foot fencing, walling or another barrier at least 20 inches from the water's edge for homes where there are children under 6 years of age living. Elena Santa Cruz, AZCentral.com, 12 July 2025 If the policy is approved, signs, posters, flags and other displays across the district − including on stadium fencing, walls, doors, ceilings, vehicles, the district's website and in emails − would be limited to: The American flag. Madeline Mitchell, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025 Up to this week, the West Nashville park had been locked away behind chain-link fencing since the start of 2023 as Metro Parks looked to complete $1.26 million in repairs and renovations. Austin Hornbostel, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025 The dog park has shoulder-high fencing but is completely outdoors. Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for fencing

Word History

First Known Use

1578, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of fencing was in 1578

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“Fencing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fencing. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

fencing

noun
fenc·​ing
1
: the art or practice of attack and defense with a sword
2
: material for fences

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