Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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fence | Yes | No | Yes | No |
barrier | Yes | No | No | No |
fence (noun) | barrier (noun) |
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a barrier that serves to enclose an area | a structure or object that impedes free movement |
a dealer in stolen property | any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective |
anything serving to maintain separation by obstructing vision or access |
fence (verb) | barrier (verb) |
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have an argument about something | |
surround with a wall in order to fortify | |
fight with fencing swords | |
enclose with a fence | |
receive stolen goods |