fence

1. n. That which fends off attack or danger; a defense; a protection; a cover; security; shield. Source: opted

2. n. An inclosure about a field or other space, or about any object; especially, an inclosing structure of wood, iron, or other material, intended to prevent intrusion from without or straying from within. Source: opted

3. n. A projection on the bolt, which passes through the tumbler gates in locking and unlocking. Source: opted

4. n. Self-defense by the use of the sword; the art and practice of fencing and sword play; hence, skill in debate and repartee. See Fencing. Source: opted

5. n. A receiver of stolen goods, or a place where they are received. Source: opted

6. v. t. To fend off danger from; to give security to; to protect; to guard. Source: opted

7. v. t. To inclose with a fence or other protection; to secure by an inclosure. Source: opted

8. v. i. To make a defense; to guard one's self of anything, as against an attack; to give protection or security, as by a fence. Source: opted

9. v. i. To practice the art of attack and defense with the sword or with the foil, esp. with the smallsword, using the point only. Source: opted

10. v. i. Hence, to fight or dispute in the manner of fencers, that is, by thrusting, guarding, parrying, etc. Source: opted

11. n. a barrier that serves to enclose an area Source: wordnet

12. n. a dealer in stolen property Source: wordnet

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