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fender

noun

A cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact

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Word Facts

Word length
6
Starts with
F
Ends with
R
Contains
EN
Scrabble score
10
CEFR level
C1

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈfɛnd.ə(ɹ)

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noun

  1. A cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact

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’”

noun

  1. A low metal guard to confine falling coals to a hearth

noun

  1. An inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track

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Example Sentences

In Britain they call a fender a ‘wing’

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