Thesaurus results for FENDER

fender

noun

ˈfen-dər

Definition of fender

as in buffer

something that serves as a protective barrier not wanting our brand-new cabin cruiser to get scratched, we put thick rubber fenders between it and the dock

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Recent Examples of fender The new single-cab model is dressed up in an aggressive aero kit that includes a hood scoop, larger fenders, and a prominent rear wing coming off the tailgate. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 31 July 2026 Toyota also makes extensive mention of the GRMN’s aero, which includes a hood duct, fender ducts, front side spoilers, and the aforementioned trick rear wing. — Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 29 July 2026 Turo sent photos, one of which showed a scratch on the fender and a small hole in the bumper. — Christopher Elliott, Mercury News, 27 July 2026 Meanwhile, the rubber fenders and specialized coupling devices installed on the foundation legs helped absorb potential impacts. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for fender

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Noun

Building cardiorespiratory fitness and maintaining a consistent exercise practice may provide leaders with an additional buffer during those demanding periods.

— Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Seko is advising shippers to build seven- to 10-day-plus buffers into east China bookings and prepare for potential port omissions, blank sailings and cargo diversions to alternative gateways including Qingdao, Busan and Hong Kong.

— Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of buffer

Noun

The Champions League draw is only days away — and fans don’t have long to wait for international football’s return, either, with a bumper break from September 21 to October 6.

— Cerys Jones, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026
Last year, Ian Stamy took the state prize for his bumper soybean yield, coaxing an average of just over 100 bushels per acre from his operation in central Pennsylvania.

— Scott Neuman, NPR, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of bumper

Noun

An adult purple gallinule has a bright purple and green body with a pale blue marking that resembles a shield above its red and yellow bill.

— Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
Protective, almost — which makes sense, as its stunning chandeliers are designed to look like the shields and spears of African Masai warriors.

— Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of shield

Noun

Not wanting to go through a repeat of uncertainty for FY27, Roman mission management began eyeing faster routes to the launch pad.

— Josh Dinner, Space.com, 27 Aug. 2026
The granite landing pad is not yet complete, though it was partially unveiled during a press tour led by the president last week.

— David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of pad

Noun

Outfitted with removable striped Sunbrella cushion covers that are UV-resistant and a cinch to clean, this sun lounger is the type of design that will keep your pool open as long as possible.

— Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2026
An emergeny fund provides a cushion if you're hit with a surprise expense or your usual source of income dries up.

— Dan Avery, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of cushion

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