The Clue
Fight with Athos (5 letter answer)
The Answer
FENCE
Tags
Notes
The answer FENCE is uncommon, appearing about once every 375 puzzles.
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Definition
FENCE as a noun:
1. (fence, fencing) = a barrier that serves to enclose an area
2. a dealer in stolen property
FENCE as a verb:
1. (fence, fence in) = enclose with a fence; "we fenced in our yard"
2. receive stolen goods
3. fight with fencing swords
4. (wall, palisade, fence, fence in, surround) = surround with a wall in order to fortify
5. (argue, contend, debate, fence) = have an argument about something