a barrier that surrounds the wheels of a vehicle to block splashing water or mud; in Britain they call a fender a wing

[ Syn: wing ]

an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track

[ Syn: buffer , cowcatcher , pilot ]

a low metal guard to confine falling coals to a hearth

a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact

[ Syn: buffer ]