fender

Meanings

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

Synonyms

buffer, cowcatcher, pilot, wing