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.
- synonyms: buffer zone
- An inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track.
- synonyms: fender, cowcatcher, pilot
- 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)
- synonyms: buffer storage, buffer store
- A power tool used to buff surfaces.
- synonyms: polisher
- A cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact.
- synonyms: fender
- An implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring.
- synonyms: buff
verb
- Add a buffer (a solution. )
- usage: "buffered saline solution for the eyes"
- Protect from impact.
- usage: "cushion the blow"
adjective
- Of the yellowish-beige color of buff leather.
- synonyms: buff
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