: a device that protects: such as
a(1)
: a cushion (such as foam rubber or a wood float) between a boat and a dock or between two boats that lessens shock and prevents chafing
(2)
: a pile or a row or cluster of piles placed to protect a dock or bridge pier from damage by ships or floating objects
b
: railing
c
: a device in front of locomotives and streetcars to lessen injury to animals or pedestrians in case of collision
d
: a guard over the wheel of a motor vehicle
e
: a low metal frame or a screen before an open fireplace
f
: an oblong or triangular shield of leather attached to the stirrup leather of a saddle to protect a rider's legs
fenderless
adjective
Examples of fender in a Sentence
not wanting our brand-new cabin cruiser to get scratched, we put thick rubber fenders between it and the dock
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Fast forward to 1953 and the Delage was apparently involved in a fender-bender and dispatched to famed coachbuilder Saoutchik for repairs.
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3 July 2026
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The dealers will inspect and repair or replace the fender flares as necessary, free of charge, as part of the recall remedy, NHTSA said.
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30 June 2026
Separately, Ford is also recalling 36,046 Bronco vehicles with model years 2022 to 2026 because the fender flares may be improperly secured and can fall off, creating a hazard for drivers, the NHTSA said.
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Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
3 July 2026
The rear fenders are muscular without being bulky, and the tail has a clean, modern appearance that avoids excessive ornamentation.
—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
The dealers will inspect and repair or replace the fender flares as necessary, free of charge, as part of the recall remedy, NHTSA said.
—
Reuters,
NBC news,
30 June 2026
Separately, Ford is also recalling 36,046 Bronco vehicles with model years 2022 to 2026 because the fender flares may be improperly secured and can fall off, creating a hazard for drivers, the NHTSA said.
—
Mary Cunningham,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
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“Fender.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fender. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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fender
noun
fend·er
ˈfen-dər 
: a device that protects: as
a
: a frame in front of a locomotive or streetcar to catch or throw off anything that is hit
b
: a guard over a wheel of an automobile, motorcycle, or bicycle
c
: a low metal frame or screen placed on the hearth before an open fireplace
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