unfence

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ʌnˈfɛns/

KK: /ʌnˈfɛns/

transitive verb

Definition

To take down or remove a fence from an area or property.

Example

The workers will unfence the area to allow for new construction.

Tense Forms

Past: unfenced

Past Participle: unfenced

Conversation

Did you see how they decided to unfence the park last weekend?

Yeah, it looks so much more open and inviting now!

I think it will encourage more people to visit.

Definitely! It makes the whole area feel more connected.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

open

clear

unbar

Antonyms

enclose

fence

block

Root Explanation

Unfence → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not or opposite of) and "fence" (from Old French *fens*, meaning a barrier or enclosure). The word "unfence" means to remove a barrier or enclosure, making something open or free.

Memory Tip

Think of 'un-' meaning not or the opposite, and 'fence' as a barrier. So, unfence means to take down a barrier, making a space open.

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