n.
禁猎期(=fence month)

Fence \Fence\ (f[e^]ns), n. [Abbrev. from defence.]
1. That which fends off attack or danger; a defense; a
protection; a cover; security; shield.

Let us be backed with God and with the seas,
Which he hath given for fence impregnable. --Shak.

A fence betwixt us and the victor's wrath.
--Addison.

2. An inclosure about a field or other space, or about any
object; especially, an inclosing structure of wood, iron,
or other material, intended to prevent intrusion from
without or straying from within.

Leaps o'er the fence with ease into the fold.
--Milton.

Note: In England a hedge, ditch, or wall, as well as a
structure of boards, palings, or rails, is called a
fence.

3. (Locks) A projection on the bolt, which passes through the
tumbler gates in locking and unlocking.

4. Self-defense by the use of the sword; the art and practice
of fencing and sword play; hence, skill in debate and
repartee. See {Fencing}.

Enjoy your dear wit, and gay rhetoric,
That hath so well been taught her dazzing fence.
--Milton.

Of dauntless courage and consummate skill in fence.
--Macaulay.

5. A receiver of stolen goods, or a place where they are
received. [Slang] --Mayhew.

{Fence month} (Forest Law), the month in which female deer
are fawning, when hunting is prohibited. --Bullokar.

{Fence roof}, a covering for defense. ``They fitted their
shields close to one another in manner of a fence roof.''
--Holland.

{Fence time}, the breeding time of fish or game, when they
should not be killed.

{Rail fence}, a fence made of rails, sometimes supported by
posts.

{Ring fence}, a fence which encircles a large area, or a
whole estate, within one inclosure.

{Worm fence}, a zigzag fence composed of rails crossing one
another at their ends; -- called also {snake fence}, or
{Virginia rail fence}.

{To be on the fence}, to be undecided or uncommitted in
respect to two opposing parties or policies. [Colloq.]