electric fence

noun

: a fence that has an electrical current passing through it
The pasture was surrounded by an electric fence.

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Place an electric fence on your property with at least two strands that total 2-3 feet in height. — Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025 Potable water, firewood, or even a functioning electric fence around the camp may not be available. — Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025 The compound is surrounded by a tall electric fence that extends beyond the horizon. — Robert Rubsam, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026 At the advice of a cardiologist, Davie decided against an electric fence. — Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for electric fence

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“Electric fence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/electric%20fence. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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