1. the sport of fighting with swords, especially foils, épées, or sabers
2. a barrier made of posts and wire, wood, or other material used to enclose an area
3. the practice of buying and selling stolen goods
Usage: criminal slang

Examples

• She took up fencing in college and competed at the national level.
• The fencing match was decided by a single touch to the chest.
• We need to repair the fencing around the pasture before the cattle get out.
• The wooden fencing provides privacy for the backyard.
• Chain-link fencing is commonly used around schools and playgrounds.
• He was arrested for fencing stolen electronics.
• The detective suspected the antique shop was involved in fencing.