Fence

fens, »'. That which fends off attack or ger; a wall, hedge, or other inclosing structure about afield, etc., esp. a wooden barrier; self-defense by the use of the sword; fencing, — v. t. [fenced (fenst), fencing.] To fend off danger from, tect, guard; to inclose with a fence or other protection. — v. i. To make a fence, give securitj'; fend one's self by the swovd. — Fen'cible, -sT-bl, Capable of being defended, or of making or affording defense, — n. (Mil.) A soldier enlisted for defense of the country, and not liable to be abroad. — Fen'cing, n. Art of self-defense with sword; materials for making fences; a system fences.