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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
ENDE
Scrabble score
10
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈfɛnd.ə(ɹ)

Meaning

Definitions

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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