1. plural of fencer; people who practice or compete in the sport of fencing with swords
Usage: common in sports contexts
2. plural of fencer; people who buy and sell stolen goods
Usage: informal; criminal context

Examples

• The Olympic fencers trained for years to perfect their technique.
• Several fencers competed in the regional championship last weekend.
• The coach divided the fencers into beginner and advanced groups.
• Professional fencers use different types of swords depending on the discipline.
• The tournament attracted fencers from across the country.