Synonyms of fender

fender

noun

ˈfen-dər 

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• buffer
• bumper
• shield
• pad
• cushion
• cocoon
• padding
• cushioning
• barricade
• muffler
• baffle
• safeguard
• cordon

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of fender

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

Meanwhile, the rubber fenders and specialized coupling devices installed on the foundation legs helped absorb potential impacts. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 July 2026

Every few months, another sleek electric coupe emerges with rounded fenders, a sloping roofline, and enough rear haunch to invite inevitable comparisons. — New Atlas, 25 July 2026

Unlike my original e-bike, the Huffy includes metal fenders, a metal chain guard, and a battery that can charge in or out of the bike - all for a third of the price of my old bike. — William Roberson, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026