fenced

Fenced is the past participle of the verb fence and is also used as an adjective to describe something enclosed by a fence or surrounded by a barrier. As a verb phrase, to fence off means to enclose an area to exclude entry or to delineate a boundary for protection of people, animals, or property.

Fences vary widely in purpose and style. Common materials include wood (such as privacy or picket fences), metal (chain-link, welded wire, wrought iron, or aluminum), and non-wood options like vinyl or composite. Fences can be solid to provide privacy, or permeable to allow sight lines and airflow, and may include decorative elements such as lattice panels or finials. Specialized forms include electric fences for security, or barbed wire for livestock confinement. Fences appear in residential yards, farms, parks, schools, and along infrastructure.

Installation often requires attention to property lines, setback rules, and local building codes; in many places permits or inspections are needed. Durability and maintenance considerations include weather resistance, termite exposure, painting or sealing, and repairs to posts or rails. The choice of height, spacing, and material depends on privacy, safety, aesthetics, and budget, as well as neighborhood preferences and shared-property concerns with neighbors.

Historically, fences have served as boundaries, protection, and status markers, evolving from hedges and simple barriers to mechanized, mass-produced variants. Today, fences influence property value, landscape design, and access control, making the term fenced a useful shorthand in real estate and planning.