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

But racetrack designers in the late 1960s paid scant attention to safety features, and the corners were mostly lined with Armco fencing. — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 29 June 2026

There were also medical services, fencing, beds, tents, and staff. — Jim Defede, CBS News, 28 June 2026

At one point this week, crews were seen adding fencing near the area, which the administration attributed to preparations for July Fourth celebrations. — ABC News, 27 June 2026

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

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