Uk English Meaning of buffer

buffer

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Definitions and Meaning of buffer in English

Wordnet

buffer (n)

(chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH

a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict

an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track

(computer science) a part of RAM used for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device; used to compensate for differences in the rate of flow of data between components of a computer system

a power tool used to buff surfaces

a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact

an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring)

Wordnet

buffer (v)

add a buffer (a solution)

protect from impact

Webster

buffer (n.)

An elastic apparatus or fender, for deadening the jar caused by the collision of bodies; as, a buffer at the end of a railroad car.

A pad or cushion forming the end of a fender, which receives the blow; -- sometimes called buffing apparatus.

One who polishes with a buff.

A wheel for buffing; a buff.

A good-humored, slow-witted fellow; -- usually said of an elderly man.

FAQs About the word buffer

buffer

(chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH, a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflic

Ambassador,broker,intermediary,intermediate,Liaison,mediator,middleman,negotiator,peacemaker,proxy

Intensify,sharpen,heighten

buffel grass => Buffel grass, buffel duck => Buffel duck, buff-coloured => Buff-coloured, buff-colored => Buff, buff-brown => buff-brown,