transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈfen-dər ]
noun
Date: 13th century
: a device that protects: as
a.
(1) : a cushion (as foam rubber or a wood float) between a boat and a dock or between two boats that lessens shock and prevents chafing
(2) : a pile or a row or cluster of piles placed to protect a dock or bridge pier from damage by ships or floating objects
b. : railing
c. : a device in front of locomotives and streetcars to lessen injury to animals or pedestrians in case of collision
d. : a guard over the wheel of a motor vehicle
e. : a low metal frame or a screen before an open fireplace
f. : an oblong or triangular shield of leather attached to the stirrup leather of a saddle to protect a rider's legs
• fend·ered -dərd adjective
• fend·er·less adjective