Meaning & Definition of Buffer in English
English⟶
Buffer
/bəfər/
noun
1. (chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its ph
synonym:
- buffer
2. A neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict
synonym:
- buffer zone,
- buffer
3. An inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track
synonym:
- fender,
- buffer,
- cowcatcher,
- pilot
4. (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
synonym:
- buffer,
- buffer storage,
- buffer store
5. A power tool used to buff surfaces
synonym:
- buffer,
- polisher
6. A cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact
synonym:
- buffer,
- fender
7. An implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block
- Used for polishing (as in manicuring)
synonym:
- buff,
- buffer
verb
1. Add a buffer (a solution)
- "Buffered saline solution for the eyes"
synonym:
- buffer
2. Protect from impact
- "Cushion the blow"
synonym:
- cushion,
- buffer,
- soften