What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
mudguard
Example
The mudguard on my bike keeps me clean and dry when riding in the rain. [mudguard: noun]
Example
The workers installed a mudguard under the conveyor belt to prevent debris from falling onto the floor. [mudguard: noun]
fender
Example
The boat's fenders prevented it from being damaged when it collided with the dock. [fenders: plural noun]
Example
The car's fender was dented in the accident. [fender: singular noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Fender is more commonly used than mudguard in American English, while mudguard is more commonly used in British English. Both terms are specific to their respective contexts and are not commonly used outside of those contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between mudguard and fender?
Both mudguard and fender are technical terms that are more commonly used in formal or technical writing than in everyday conversation. However, fender may be more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
