splash guard

/ˈsplæʃˌɡɑrd/
noun
  1. A device attached to a vehicle, such as a bicycle or car, to prevent mud, water, or debris from splashing up.
    • The car's splash-guard broke off after hitting a deep puddle.
    • I installed a splash-guard on my bike to keep my back dry on rainy days.
    • You can buy a splash-guard for your wheelchair to protect your clothes from wet roads.
  2. A protective barrier or cover that prevents liquid from splashing out of a container or area.
    • He placed a splash-guard around the sink to stop water from getting on the floor.
    • The blender came with a splash-guard to keep the kitchen counter clean.
    • The laboratory uses a splash-guard on the chemical mixer for safety.
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