mudguard

[muhd-gahrd]

noun

1. Also called mud flap. splash guard.

2. fender.

3. fender.

mudguard

/ ˈmʌdˌɡɑːd /

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of mudguard¹

First recorded in 1885–90; mud + guard

Example Sentences

Auctioneers, H&H Classic Auctions, previously said the bike was believed to be in "Legacy" spec with the chrome mudguards, and had seen little use since the completion of filming.

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

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

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

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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.

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