fender

A noun referring to a protective device or structure, typically on a vehicle or near a dock, designed to absorb impact or prevent damage.

• 🇫🇷Nom désignant un dispositif ou une structure de protection, généralement sur un véhicule ou le long d'un quai, conçu pour absorber les chocs ou éviter les dommages.

1. Vehicle part B1 formal

   A curved metal or plastic part over the wheels of a car, bicycle, or motorcycle that protects against mud and water.

   • The car's fender was dented in the accident.
   • He replaced the rusty fender on his old truck.
   • The bicycle's fender keeps mud off my back.

   🇫🇷Aile (de véhicule)

   Synonymes: mudguardwing

2. Fireplace guard B2 formal

   A low metal frame placed in front of a fireplace to prevent logs from rolling out.

   • She placed a brass fender in front of the hearth.
   • The antique fender was beautifully decorated.
   • Make sure the fender is secure before lighting the fire.

   🇫🇷Garde-feu

   Synonymes: curbfireguard

• fenders plural form
• fenders' possessive plural form
• fender's possessive singular form