mudflap

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A rectangular flap mounted near the wheel of a motor vehicle (especially a truck) to prevent mud or rocks from being thrown up (by the wheel), either onto the body panels or into the path of vehicles following behind.

/ˈmʌdˌflæp/

mudflap mudflaps

From mud + flap.

kickup mudguard

mudflap girl

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