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

Examples of fencing in a Sentence

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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 19 Mar. 2024.

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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