This is the 3375th most frequent Japanese word.
柵
Fence; enclosure; palisade.
Here, "柵" refers to a physical barrier constructed of wood that encloses a specific area, common in gardens or yards.
庭には高い木の柵があります。
There is a high wooden fence in the garden.
In this sentence, "柵" is metaphorically used to describe a psychological barrier, suggesting emotional restraint or separation.
彼の心の中に感情の柵があるようだ。
It seems that there is an emotional fence in his heart.
"柵" in this context refers to an enclosure or barrier keeping animals confined, emphasizing its functional use in captivity.