fender
noun
1. a barrier that surrounds the wheels of a vehicle to block splashing water or mud
- in Britain they call a fender a wing
Similar word(s): wing
Definition categories: man–made, barrier
2. an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track
Similar word(s): buffer, cowcatcher, pilot
Definition categories: man–made, frame, framework
3. a low metal guard to confine falling coals to a hearth
Definition categories: man–made, guard, safety
4. a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact
Similar word(s): buffer
Definition categories: man–made, device
verb
1. (nautical) To use fenders to protect the side of a boat