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

Agility Robotics is set to launch its Digit v5 humanoid robot in December, emphasizing its ability to work safely and cooperatively alongside humans without traditional safety fencing. — John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Commissioners also asked the developer to continue working with the city and school on fencing, the school garden, construction impacts and property access agreements. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Police said the search uncovered what investigators believe was the hub of a regional fencing operation. — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2026

The agency said additional fencing will be installed around construction zones to help keep trespassers out. — Gino Vicci, CBS News, 6 Aug. 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