Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fauld
noun
/fɔːld/
Definition
A fence or enclosure, especially one used to keep animals in or out.
Examples
- They built a sturdy fauld to keep their sheep safe from predators.
- The farmer repaired the fauld after the storm blew it down.
- As she walked through the countryside, she admired the old stone faulds that still stood tall.
Meaning
In Scots dialect, ‘fauld’ refers to a constructed barrier typically used in rural settings for livestock management.
Synonyms
- fence
- enclosure
- barrier
