fence-mending

fence-mend·ing

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Definitions of fence-mending word

noun fence-mending the practice of reestablishing or strengthening personal, business, or political contacts and relationships by conciliation or negotiation, as after a dispute, disagreement, or period of inactivity. 1
adjective fence-mending of, relating to, or promoting fence-mending. 1
noun fence-mending the action of trying to end a disagreement or quarrel with another person, organization or country 0
noun fence-mending the act or process of repairing or reestablishing relations, as between political factions 0

before 1940

One of the 7% newest English words

1940-45; Americanism

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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