ox-fence

A farmer checks the sturdy ox-fence around the pasture.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A fence for enclosing oxen: "ox-fence" refers to a barrier, typically made of wood or metal, specifically designed to contain or restrict the movement of oxen, often used in agricultural settings.
   • A type of jump in equestrian sports: In show jumping or cross-country riding, "ox-fence" (also known as an "oxer") is a fence consisting of two parallel rails or elements, often with a ditch or brush between them, designed to test a horse's jumping ability.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The farmer repaired the ox-fence to keep the cattle from wandering into the cornfield. (A barrier used to enclose oxen.)
  • The horse cleared the ox-fence with ease during the competition. (A type of jump in equestrian events.)

Advanced Usage

• "to jump an ox-fence": to leap over a fence with two parallel elements.
  • The rider trained the horse to jump an ox-fence by practicing on a smaller version first. (To perform a specific equestrian jump.)

Variants and Related Words

• Oxer (n): a synonym for "ox-fence" in equestrian contexts, often referring to a fence with two rails.
  • The oxer was set at a challenging height for the advanced riders. (A type of jump.)

Synonyms

• Cattle fence: a general term for a fence designed to contain livestock.
• Bull fence: a similar barrier for bulls or large cattle.

Related Idioms

• No specific idioms directly involve "ox-fence", but the term is used literally in farming and equestrian contexts.