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fender

/ˈfɛnd.ə(ɹ)/

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noun

Panel of a car which encloses the wheel area, especially the front wheels

Examples :

"The bicycle bumped into the car, leaving a scratch on the fender. "

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noun

A shield, usually of plastic or metal, on a bicycle that protects the rider from mud or water

Examples :

"My bicycle has worn fenders, so I don't get mud on my pants when I ride to school. "

vehicle part machine

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noun

Examples :

"The boat owner carefully placed the fender against the dock to prevent damage during the overnight mooring. "

nautical sailing vehicle technology material

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noun

A low metal framework in front of a fireplace, intended to catch hot coals, soot, and ash

Examples :

"The old fireplace had a beautiful metal fender, protecting the floor from falling coals and ash. "

architecture item utensil building

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verb

To use fenders to protect the side of a boat

Examples :

"Before docking, the crew had to fender the boat to prevent it from scraping against the pier. "

nautical vehicle sailing