as in buffers
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 fenders
The rear rack is built for real cargo, and dual fenders protect against mud.
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New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2026
The front lip spoiler with red lipstick sits below Darth Vader-like aero bits on the front bumper that lead into the front fenders.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 4 Mar. 2026
The Armada stands out from other SUVs significantly, as its fenders are flared and boasts Lava Red accents.
—Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2026
The Armada stands out from other SUVs significantly, as its fenders are flared and boasts Lava Red accents.
—Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
First shown in 1947 at the Villa d’Este Gold Cup, and later at the Paris Motor Show, the Cisitalia 202 was unlike anything seen before, featuring a curvaceous shape whose hoodline was lower than the fenders.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2026
Even Harley-Davidson went big on fenders on bikes like this WLA model from the same period.
—William Roberson, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
But the old flivver was ticking along, reminding Drew of happy hours—leaning on opposing fenders under its hood with Lloyd, contemplating the Dart’s latest ailment.
—Literary Hub, 17 Oct. 2025
Next year, the Bay Area Toll Authority will embark on a retrofit of the rubber fenders that protect the bridge, Goodwin said.
—Kate Talerico, The Mercury News, 21 Mar. 2025
New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2026
The front lip spoiler with red lipstick sits below Darth Vader-like aero bits on the front bumper that lead into the front fenders.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 4 Mar. 2026
The Armada stands out from other SUVs significantly, as its fenders are flared and boasts Lava Red accents.
—Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2026
The Armada stands out from other SUVs significantly, as its fenders are flared and boasts Lava Red accents.
—Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
First shown in 1947 at the Villa d’Este Gold Cup, and later at the Paris Motor Show, the Cisitalia 202 was unlike anything seen before, featuring a curvaceous shape whose hoodline was lower than the fenders.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2026
Even Harley-Davidson went big on fenders on bikes like this WLA model from the same period.
—William Roberson, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
But the old flivver was ticking along, reminding Drew of happy hours—leaning on opposing fenders under its hood with Lloyd, contemplating the Dart’s latest ailment.
—Literary Hub, 17 Oct. 2025
Next year, the Bay Area Toll Authority will embark on a retrofit of the rubber fenders that protect the bridge, Goodwin said.
—Kate Talerico, The Mercury News, 21 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fenders
Noun
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These molten-salt tanks act as energy buffers.—
David Szondy
March 08,
New Atlas,
8 Mar. 2026
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Contractors or others with irregular income should have bigger cash buffers.—
Christine Benz,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Elsewhere, deeper valances and vented sill covers help to smooth airflow, chrome parts—such as the bumpers and grille—are ceramic-coated, and all lights are upgraded to super-bright LEDs.—
Tim Pitt,
Robb Report,
10 Mar. 2026
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That’s the Framework Laptop 12, built to meet MIL-STD-810 durability requirements and clad in rubber bumpers.—
Joe Osborne,
PC Magazine,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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These babies were shields to protect a narcotics operation.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
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Privacy a priority Especially popular among mobile professionals, stick-on privacy shields for smartphones, tablets and laptops can prevent someone beside you (or behind you on an airplane) from seeing your display.—
Marc Saltzman,
USA Today,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This includes cleaning solutions such as bleach and tile cleaner, as well as tools like steel wool or scrubbing pads.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
15 Mar. 2026
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The mission was the 3rd in less than 30 hours for SpaceX among its 2 Florida and 1 California launch pads.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Give your outdoor cushions a good wash at the start of the season and keep an eye on them throughout the spring and summer.—
Abby Price,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
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The earcup cushions also provide comfort for wearing the headphones for extended periods of time, and the battery also lasts around 50 hours per charge.—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Fenders.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fenders. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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