fender (n.)a barrier that surrounds the wheels of a vehicle to block splashing water or mud;
in Britain they call a fender a wing
fender (n.)an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track;
fender (n.)a low metal guard to confine falling coals to a hearth;
fender (n.)a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact;
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