fender

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A surname of German origin, a variant of Fenrich or Fendler
A manufacturer of electric guitars
panel of a car which encloses the wheel area, especially the front wheels
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
a shield, usually of plastic or metal, on a bicycle that protects the rider from mud or water
{n} a fecurity against cinders
{i} company and brand name of electric guitars and amplifiers (based in Santa Anna, California)
A surname of German origin, a varient of Fenrich or Fendler
A protective object hung over the side between boat and pier, or another vessel
a barrier that surrounds the wheels of a vehicle to block splashing water or mud; "in England they call a fender a wing" a low metal guard to confine falling coals to a hearth an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track
A cylindrical or round cushion used to protect the hull sides of a boat, typically used when tied up at dock
(also called mudguard): Protects bike and rider from spray when riding on wet roads
A screen to protect a carriage from mud thrown off the wheels: also, a splashboard
An object used over the side to protect a vessel from chafing when alongside another vessel or wharf
a low metal guard to confine falling coals to a hearth an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track
The fenders of a boat are objects which hang against the outside and protect it from damage when it comes next to a harbour wall or another boat
a structure that is placed upstream close to a pier or upstream and downstream from the center pier and end piers or abutments of a superstructure span to protect the superstructure or an open span from collision with floating debris, ice, or other waterborne traffic
One who or that which defends or protects by warding off harm A screen to prevent coals or sparks of an open fire from escaping to the floor
Anything that cushions (protects) the ship's hull against the dock or other craft
The front side part of the vehicle, located to the left and right of the hood
a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to contact
a low metal guard to confine falling coals to a hearth
A protective structure designed to cushion the impact of a vessel and prevent damage, for example, cushioning devices adjacent to bridges (6)
a barrier that surrounds the wheels of a vehicle to block splashing water or mud; "in England they call a fender a wing"
A covering for the upper part of the wheel, to protect the bicycle and rider from spray when riding in wet conditions The best fenders run close to the wheels, and cover a large arc They are supported by wire stays that attach to the fork ends Short fenders that attach without stays do not give enough protection to be worth while In Britain and the Commonwealth countries fenders are called "mudguards "
The fenders of a car are the parts of the body over the wheels
A cushion hung from the sides of a boat to protect it from rubbing against a dock or another boat
a structure that acts as a buffer to protect the portions of a bridge exposed to floating debris and water-borne traffic from collision damage; sometimes called an ice guard in regions with ice flaws
Anything set up to protect an exposed angle, as of a house, from damage by carriage wheels
An appliance made of rubber, timber and/or rope or other materials normally attached to a dock or quay used to prevent damage to the hull of a vessel especially during mooring and un-mooring operations
A cushion placed between boats or a boat and the dock to prevent damage
Cushion between side of vessel and dock
Brand name: Guitars and amplifiers including infamous Stratocaster Submitted by Karl Kuenning RFL from Roadie Net
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 in cases such as like using a lock. Modern variations are cylindrical although older wooden version and rubbing strips can still be found; old tyres are used as a cheap substitute
leather piece projecting back from stirrup leather to protect the rider's legs
Cylindrical or round objects hung over the side of a boat to protects its hull from chafing, abrasions and other damage when tied to a dock or other boat
A vertical wooden strake inteded to protect the hull from damage, either from rubbing against a dock or from lying on its side for careening
Something (often an old tyre or knotted rope) which prevents damage to the boat in the case of collision - used to fend off obstacles
A covering over the wheels to prevent mud from splattering
{i} bumper, object placed on the side of a vehicle to prevent contact with other objects; mudguard; metal screen for a fireplace; one who repels or repulses
an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track
A fender is a low metal wall built around a fireplace, which stops any coals that fall out of the fire from rolling onto the carpet. a brass fender. = guard
The fender of a car is a bar at the front or back that protects the car if it bumps into something
A fender is the same as a fireguard
A cushion placed between boats, or between a boat and a pier, to prevent damage
Anything serving as a cushion to lessen the shock when a vessel comes in contact with another vessel or a wharf
A piece of rubber material hanging between 2 boats or a boat and the mooring, that lessens shock and prevents chafing It comes in several forms, cushion fender, bow fender, ball fender While it is good yachting habit to have the fender only down, when they are needed, the typical Irish boater has them in place all the time, so that you do not need to do any preparation work before entering a lock or mooring If your ropes are under pressure, the fender might sound during the night, people call it the fenders are making love Some people try to protect their fenders with a willywarmer
fender benders
plural form of fender bender
fender skirt
A piece of bodywork that cover the upper portions of the rear tires of an automobile
fender-bender
A minor accident involving at least one motor vehicle

My insurance went up even though all my accidents were just fender-benders.

fender bender
minor traffic accident
fender-bender
a car accident in which little damage is done
fender-bender
a collision between motor vehicles that produces minor damage
fenders
Objects placed along the side of the boat to protect the hull from damage
fenders
plural of fender
fenders
Rubbing pieces fitted on the sides of a ship as a means of protection
fenders
Plastic or metal shields or deflectors fixed to the trailer above the wheel assemblies principally to control spray thrown from the rotating tires
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