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fence vs shut in

shut in vs fence

fence is a noun but shut in is not a noun.

fence and shut in both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
fence Yes No Yes No
shut in No No Yes No
As verbs, shut in is a hypernym of fence; that is, shut in is a word with a broader meaning than fence:
  • fence: enclose with a fence
  • shut in: surround completely
Other hypernyms of fence include close in, enclose, inclose.
fence (noun) shut in (noun)
a barrier that serves to enclose an area
a dealer in stolen property
fence (verb) shut in (verb)
have an argument about something surround completely
surround with a wall in order to fortify
fight with fencing swords
enclose with a fence
receive stolen goods
Difference between fence and shut in

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