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fender

fen·der

UK/ˈfɛnd.ə(ɹ)/ US/ˈfɛndɜr/ uncommon us

noun

1.

a barrier that surrounds the wheels of a vehicle to block splashing water or mud

  • “in England they call a fender a wing”
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3.

a low metal guard to confine falling coals to a hearth

4.

a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to contact

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Origin

From fend + -er.

Phrases

  • club fender
  • fender beam
  • fender skirt
  • fender stool

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