Etymology
Meaning
Origin
The word "fender" originally came from the Dutch word "fender" meaning "defense" or "protection." It was first used in English in the 15th century to refer to a device used to protect ships from damage. Over time, the term "fender" came to be used more broadly to refer to any device or person that provides protection or defense.
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