Synonyms of bumpers

bumpers

noun

plural of bumper

as in buffers

something that serves as a protective barrier

cars have bumpers to protect them from damage in minor collisions

Synonyms & Similar Words

• buffers
• fenders
• pads
• shields
• cushions
• cocoons
• barricades
• cushionings
• paddings
• mufflers
• safeguards
• baffles
• cordons

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of bumpers

The bumpers are designed for durability and recyclability, while wipe-clean surfaces and all-weather tyres as standard encourage use rather than preciousness. —Fergus Scholes, TheWeek, 30 Jan. 2026

The anodized exterior trim bits return for a bit of visual interest, and Subaru also redesigned the Wilderness’ front and rear bumpers. —Byron Hurd, The Drive, 22 Jan. 2026

Some options focus on the dog’s environment, such as adding padding or corner bumpers to sharp furniture edges and other hard surfaces a tail might repeatedly hit. —Miriam Fauzia, Dallas Morning News, 21 Jan. 2026

The network’s commercial bumpers — white text on a black background — would sometimes talk about what was happening behind the scenes, shouting out Titmouse by name, too. —James Grebey, Rolling Stone, 28 Nov. 2025

Andrew Barclay said of the annual Thanksgiving rush that puts car bumpers within inches of each other. —Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 24 Nov. 2025

Then there’s the S line Black Optic Sport Package with those distinctive S line front and rear bumpers, black Audi rings and badging, along with mirror caps, window surrounds, and door handles finished in stealthy black. —Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2025

With a square nose, removable doors, tow hooks mounted on the bumpers and a spare tire affixed to the hatch, the Recon continues Jeep's heritage of boxy, off-roading aesthetic sensibilities. —Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 19 Nov. 2025

Babies should always sleep alone, on their back, on a firm, flat crib mattress, without stuffed animals, blankets, pillows, or bumpers. —Melissa Willets, Parents, 4 Nov. 2025