Definitions and Examples of fence, enclose, protect
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
A barrier made of wood, metal, or wire that encloses an area.
Example
The farmer built a fence around his property to keep the animals from wandering off.
To surround or close off on all sides; to include within a boundary or enclosure.
Example
The letter was enclosed in an envelope and sent to the recipient.
To keep safe from harm or danger; to defend against potential threats.
Example
The police officer's job is to protect the citizens and maintain law and order.
Key Differences: fence vs enclose vs protect
- 1Fence is a physical barrier that encloses an area, while enclose is a verb that describes the act of surrounding or closing off an area.
- 2Protect is a verb that describes the act of keeping something safe from harm or danger.
Effective Usage of fence, enclose, protect
- 1Gardening: Use fence to protect your garden from animals and pests.
- 2Letter Writing: Use enclose when sending documents or letters.
- 3Safety: Use protect to describe measures taken to keep someone or something safe from harm.
Remember this!
The antonyms of unfence are fence, enclose, and protect. These words convey the opposite meaning of unfence, which means to remove a fence or barrier that encloses an area. Use these words to describe physical barriers, enclosing areas, and keeping things safe from harm.
