EGAVE

ringfence

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Meaning

  1. noun A fence which encircles a large area, or a whole estate, within one enclosure.
  2. verb To guarantee the safety of funds or investment. In particular, to ensure some degree of distinction for monies, that may provide immunity against untoward financial claims.
  3. verb To specify that funds may only be used for a specific purpose, especially government funds.
  4. verb To require workers to remain in (particular types of work), as during wartime.

Similar words

enclosure enceinte cincture circumvallation fenceful surround impalement closure envelopment encincturement

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