Idiom: Good fences make good neighbours

Idiom Definitions for 'Good fences make good neighbours'

This means that it is better for people to mind their own business and to respect the privacy of others.  ('Good fences make good neighbors' is the American English spelling.)

Category: Buildings & construction

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