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fender

noun

ˈfen-dər How to pronounce fender (audio)
Definition of fendernext
as in buffer
something that serves as a protective barrier not wanting our brand-new cabin cruiser to get scratched, we put thick rubber fenders between it and the dock

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Recent Examples of fender The other stews help out with lines and fenders, and the docking is a success. — Emma Soren, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2026 Thinking there was a fender-bender in the parking lot, Frederick and Bassett walked outside, heard screams and looked across the parking lot where a man was stabbing a woman in the front seat of a car. — Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2026 The new single-cab model is dressed up in an aggressive aero kit that includes a hood scoop, larger fenders, and a prominent rear wing coming off the tailgate. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 31 July 2026 Turo sent photos, one of which showed a scratch on the fender and a small hole in the bumper. — Christopher Elliott, Mercury News, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for fender
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fender
  1. buffer
  2. bumper
  3. shield
  4. pad
  5. cushion
Noun
  • This structure buffers portfolio companies from participants’ immediate liquidity needs.
    — Nate Heeren, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Earlier this year, tariff refunds provided a temporary cost buffer for Home Depot, but company executives noted that these gains are expected to be offset by unplanned spikes in fuel, energy, and other input costs.
    — , CNBC, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of buffer
Noun
  • Helped by the single-cab Land Cruiser 79 up front, the entire EX 270 vehicle measures 580 cm (228 in) from bumper to bumper, shorter than many of the camper vans displayed prominently throughout multiple Caravan Salon halls.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 Sep. 2026
  • After that, the ball belonged to the machine, zinging and zooming wherever the bumpers sent it.
    — John Dickerson, The Atlantic, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of bumper
Noun
  • Some demonstrators cursed at police officers holding riot shields, while others yelled out as passing cars honked in support of the protest.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 21 Sep. 2026
  • There are also three shields on the top deck, high up where everyone can stare accusatorily at whoever is brazen enough to grab one.
    — Alice Burton, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of shield
Noun
  • In addition to seasoned actors, including Stephen Amel and Shay Mitchell, the show is also a launching pad for acting newcomers, Brooks Nader, Livvy Dunne and Noah Beck.
    — Lori A Bashian , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Today's wet dress rehearsal, which involves fully fueling Starship on the launch pad for a full countdown simulation run, is expected to wrap up later this morning.
    — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of pad
Noun
  • Either way, the equity cushion is thin, and the market now has to earn its gains through profits rather than multiples.
    — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 22 Sep. 2026
  • The city also installs dozens of speed cushions each month, in addition to other traffic-calming and pedestrian-safety measures.
    — D. Alex Quistberg, The Conversation, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of cushion

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“Fender.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fender. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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