fender meaning and definition

FENDER noun

Definition of 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"
   • synonyms: wing
2. an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track
   • synonyms: buffer, cowcatcher, pilot
3. a low metal guard to confine falling coals to a hearth
4. a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact
   • synonyms: buffer