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snow fence

noun

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  1. A fence erected for the purpose of preventing windblown snow from drifting, e.g. onto a…

    A fence erected for the purpose of preventing windblown snow from drifting, e.g. onto a road or railway.

    • The snow fence is a guard against drifts.
    • "The line abounds in curves and grades," Mr. Thompson writes. "Snow fences are most conspicuous all the way, and vie with fire protection notices through the forests in catching the eye. [...]."

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