mudguard

mud·guard

US/ˈmʌdˌɡɑɹd/ uncommon

noun

a curved piece above the wheel of a bicycle or motorcycle to protect the rider from water or mud thrown up by the wheels

Synonyms

splash guard
splash-guard

Origin

From mud + guard.

Related words

Broader terms

fender

Parts

motorcycle
bicycle

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noun
singular	mudguard
plural	mudguards