fence

fence

noun

Definition of FENCE

a physical object that blocks the way <the only way to prevent motorists from trying to use that unsafe bridge is to put a fence across the road leading to it>

Synonyms barricade, fence, hedge, wall

Related Words bar, pale, paling; block, chain, clog, crimp, deterrent, drag, embarrassment, encumbrance, handicap, hindrance, hurdle, impediment, inhibition, interference, let, obstacle, obstruction, roadblock, stop, stumbling block, trammel; fetter, hobble, manacle, shackle(s); constraint, curb, restraint, snag; buffer, bulwark, bumper, cushion, dam, fender, pad, rampart

Near Antonyms door, doorway, entrance, entranceway, entry, entryway, gate, portal; break, gap, pass