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Fender
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Simple meaning
What does Fender mean?
a protective part on a vehicle or boat
Dictionary definition
A part of a vehicle or boat that protects from bumps, splashes, or damage.
Example sentences
Fender in a sentence
easy
The bike fender blocked the mud.
medium
The car's fender was dented.
hard
A boat fender cushions the boat when it touches a dock.
Synonyms
Words like Fender
Antonyms
Opposite words
exposed partA part not protected.
openingA gap rather than a protector.
Word family
Fender word family
Base word
fender
noun
fenders
More than one fender.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does fender mean?
Fender means a protective part on a vehicle or boat.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to fender?
Guard is close in meaning to fender in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of fender?
Exposed Part contrasts with fender.
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