Usually means: Separate and protect financial resources.
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  1. ringfence: Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English
  2. ringfence: Wordnik
  3. ringfence: Wiktionary

Definitions from Wiktionary (ringfence)

noun:  A fence which encircles a large area, or a whole estate, within one enclosure.
verb:  (transitive) 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:  (transitive) To specify that funds may only be used for a specific purpose, especially government funds.
verb:  (transitive) To require workers to remain in (particular types of work), as during wartime.

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