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

Byrne urged owners to take extra precautions as temperatures rise, including securing fencing and ensuring outdoor spaces are properly contained. — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026

Steel fencing is also set up around the perimeter. — ABC News, 26 June 2026

The fencing is regularly erected for for Fourth of July festivities but is going up early this year, according to a statement from the Department of the Interior. — Mike Stunson, USA Today, 24 June 2026

Crews were seen adding fencing near the area late Tuesday. — Matthew Daly, Fortune, 24 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1578, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for fencing

• lensing
• sensing
• tensing
• commencing
• condensing
• dispensing
• expensing

Kids Definition

fencing

noun

fenc·​ing

1

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

2

: material for fences