Definition of "ringfence" [ringfence]

• To guarantee the safety of funds or investment. In particular, to ensure some degree of distinction for monies, that may provide immunity against untoward financial claims. (verb)
• To specify that funds may only be used for a specific purpose, especially government funds (verb)

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• "'ringfence'-especially when used as a verb-this may be a banner weak for you."
• "Why he made no reference to Scotland Yard's strategy, accepted by prosecutors, to "ringfence" evidence to suppress the names of "sensitive" victims."
• "French President Nicolas Sarkozy and German Chancellor Angela Merkel have spoken out against foreign investors, with Germany saying it would consider legislation to "ringfence" companies in sensitive sectors."