Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hop-a-fence
verb (phrase)
/hɒp ə fɛns/
Definition
To jump over a fence, especially in a playful or casual manner.
Examples
- He decided to hop-a-fence and join his friends in the park.
- The rabbit skillfully hopped-a-fence to escape from the dog.
- During the game, we had to hop-a-fence to reach the other side.
Meaning
The term ‘hop-a-fence’ refers to the action of leaping over a fence. It is often used in informal contexts where someone is quickly and effortlessly clearing a barrier, usually out of fun or necessity rather than any serious intent.
Synonyms
- jump a fence
- leap over
- clear a fence
