1. (

• fender ,
• wing ,

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

2. (

• fender ,
• buffer ,
• cowcatcher ,
• pilot ,

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

3. (

• fender ,

) a low metal guard to confine falling coals to a hearth ;

4. (

• buffer ,
• fender

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