fencing

noun

fenc·​ing ˈfen(t)-siŋ 

1

: the art or practice of attack and defense with the foil, épée, or saber

2

a(1)

: fence sense 2a

(2)

: the fences of a property or region

b

: material used for building fences

Examples of fencing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There is ample temporary fencing around the White House as preparations are underway for the presidential inauguration next month. —Michelle Stoddart, ABC News, 14 Dec. 2024

Lawrence exhibited the fencing response after the collision and was ruled out of the game with a concussion. —Rohan Nadkarni, NBC News, 2 Dec. 2024

While some argue there should be rules on putting fencing around these ponds, a fence could prove to be a hindrance for first responders trying to get equipment and personnel into the water, Fehr said. —Quinlan Bentley, The Enquirer, 27 Nov. 2024

The Secret Service has also erected fencing around the U.S. Capitol, the White House and Kamala Harris' residence in D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said the police department is also stepping up its presence in commercial districts in all eight wards of the city. —Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1578, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

fencing

noun

fenc·​ing

1

: the art or practice of attack and defense with a sword

2

: material for fences