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Definition of Buffer
1. Verb. Add a buffer (a solution). "Buffered saline solution for the eyes"
2. Noun. (chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH.
Substance meronyms: Buffer Solution
Generic synonyms: Chemical Compound, Compound
3. Verb. Protect from impact. "Cushion the blow"
4. Noun. A neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict.
5. Noun. An inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track.
Generic synonyms: Framework
Group relationships: Engine, Locomotive, Locomotive Engine, Railway Locomotive
Derivative terms: Fend
6. Noun. (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.
Specialized synonyms: Cache, Memory Cache, Frame Buffer, Keyboard Buffer, Print Buffer
Generic synonyms: Memory Device, Storage Device
Group relationships: Ram, Random Access Memory, Random Memory, Random-access Memory, Read/write Memory
Category relationships: Computer Science, Computing
7. Noun. A power tool used to buff surfaces.
Terms within: Buffing Wheel
Generic synonyms: Power Tool
Derivative terms: Buff, Polish
8. Noun. A cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact.
Group relationships: Auto, Automobile, Car, Machine, Motorcar
Generic synonyms: Device
Derivative terms: Fend
9. Noun. An implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring).
Definition of Buffer
1. 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.
Definition of Buffer
1. Noun. Someone or something that buffs. ¹
2. Noun. (chemistry) A solution used to stabilize the pH (acidity) of a liquid. ¹
3. Noun. (computing) A portion of memory set aside to store data, often before it is sent to an external device or as it is received from an external device. ¹
4. Noun. (''mechanical'') Anything used to maintain slack or isolate different objects. ¹
5. Noun. (telecommunications) A routine or storage medium used to compensate for a difference in rate of flow of data, or time of occurrence of events, when transferring data from one device to another. ¹
6. Noun. (rail) A device on trains and carriages designed to cushion the impact between them. ¹
7. Noun. (rail) The metal barrier to help prevent trains from running off the end of the track. ¹
8. Noun. An isolating circuit, often an amplifier, used to minimize the influence of a driven circuit on the driving circuit. ¹
9. Noun. In international relations, a buffer zone (such as a demilitarized zone) or a buffer state. ¹
10. Noun. ¹
11. Verb. To use a buffer or buffers; to isolate or minimize the effects of one thing on another. ¹
12. Verb. (computing) To store data in memory temporarily. ¹
13. Adjective. (comparative of buff) ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Buffer
1. to cushion [v -ED, -ING, -S] - See also: cushion
Medical Definition of Buffer
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