fender
Translation
wing, mudguard, fender
Examples
He dented the car's front fender.
He dented the car's front wing.
The boat's fender prevented scratches.
The boat's fender prevented scratches.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the wing)) the part of a car that covers a wheel He dented the car's front wing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: guard, shield, bumper, mudguard
Etymology
Short for 'defender', from Middle English 'fenden' meaning 'to defend'.
Memory Tips
A 'fender' de'fends' the car from mud and dents.