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Definition of fencer

fencer

/ˈfɛn.sɚ/
fen · cer
Plural:fencers
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fencer Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A person who practices or competes in the sport of fencing, fighting with a foil, épée, or sabre.

Example

"The Olympic fencer lunged forward with remarkable speed to score the winning touch."

2

A tradesperson or agricultural worker who builds, installs, and repairs fences.

Example

"The rancher hired an experienced fencer to replace the broken cedar posts along the pasture boundary."

3

British A horse skilled at jumping over fences and other obstacles in steeplechasing or hunting.

Example

"The thoroughbred proved to be a bold and reliable fencer over the challenging cross-country course."

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• Rhymes for fencer

• Nearby Words

fenceless
fenceline
fencepost
fencer
fencerow
fencesitter
fencewire

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 16th century from the verb 'fence' (originally a shortened form of 'defence', referring to the art of defending oneself with a sword) plus the agentive suffix '-er'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Fencer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/fencer
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