plural fenders
1
US
: a part of a vehicle that covers a wheel
called also (British) wing
2
US
: a curved piece of metal that covers a wheel of a motorcycle or bicycle
called also (British) mudguard
3
: a low metal frame or screen placed in front of an open fireplace
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“Fender.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/fender. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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