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rail fence vs fence

fence vs rail fence

rail fence and fence both are nouns.

rail fence is not a verb while fence is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
rail fence Yes No No No
fence Yes No Yes No
As nouns, fence is a hypernym of rail fence; that is, fence is a word with a broader meaning than rail fence:
  • rail fence: a fence (usually made of split logs laid across each other at an angle)
  • fence: a barrier that serves to enclose an area
Other hypernyms of rail fence include fencing.
rail fence (noun) fence (noun)
a fence (usually made of split logs laid across each other at an angle) a barrier that serves to enclose an area
a dealer in stolen property
rail fence (verb) fence (verb)
have an argument about something
surround with a wall in order to fortify
fight with fencing swords
enclose with a fence
receive stolen goods
Difference between rail fence and fence

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