buffer


buffer - noun

  • (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)

    • buffer - verb

    • add a buffer (a solution)
    • protect from impact

    buffer - thesaurus

    buff   cowcatcher   cushion   fender   pilot   polisher   soften  

    Scrabble score for buffer

    b is 3 u is 1 f is 4 f is 4 e is 1 r is 1
    Scrabble score = 14

    generated at 18:08:50 on 19-03-25

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