fender

[ˈfɛnd.ə(ɹ)]

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A fender is a part of a vehicle that protects its body from damage when it hits something. It's usually made of metal and sticks out from the side or back of the car.

When we talk about a fender, we're often thinking about cars, but the word can also be used for other things like a bike fender that keeps you dry in rainy weather. Some musical instruments have fenders too – in this case, it's a soundboard that's attached to an electric guitar or bass guitar.

How common is "fender"?

Word fender is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.

Definitions

noun

Panel of a car which encloses the wheel area, especially the front wheels
A shield, usually of plastic or metal, on a bicycle that protects the rider from mud or water
Any shaped cushion-like object normally made from polymers, rubber or wood that is placed along the sides of a boat to prevent damage when moored alongside another vessel or jetty, or when using a lock, etc. Modern variations are cylindrical although older wooden version and rubbing strips can still be found; old tyres are used as a cheap substitute
A low metal framework in front of a fireplace, intended to catch hot coals, soot, and ash

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