mudguard

[ muhd-gahrd ]

noun

1. Also called mud flap. splash guard ( def 1 ).
2. fender ( def 1 ).
3. fender ( def 3 ).

mudguard

/ ˈmʌdˌɡɑːd /

noun

1. a curved part of a motorcycle, bicycle, etc, attached above the wheels to reduce the amount of water or mud thrown up by them US and Canadian namefender

Word History and Origins

Origin of mudguard¹

First recorded in 1885–90; mud + guard

Example Sentences

The European ZX ships with a light package, bell, and mudguards, but no throttle.

From The Verge

The fix involves replacing the front mudguard stay and flap to create more clearance between the mudguard and tire.

From The Verge

That price includes mudguards, which Cowboy recently started including as standard, as well as free delivery in 10 days.

From The Verge

Polisport still makes the mudguards, but it generated most of last year’s €52 million in revenue from child seats, helmets and other biking accessories.

From New York Times

The Irish News reported Mr Storey, who has previously served as finance minister and social development minister, rejected the role and said he did not want to become "Edwin's mudguard".

From BBC

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