Fence
Fence noun - A physical object that blocks the way.
Penitentiary and fence are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Penitentiary" instead a noun "Fence".
Penitentiary
Penitentiary noun - A place of confinement for persons held in lawful custody.
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Fence and penitentiary are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Fence" instead a noun "Penitentiary".
Nearby Word: penitential
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