buffer
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buffer Definition
(n)
an
ionic
compound
that
resists
changes
in
its
pH
(n)
an
inclined
metal
frame
at
the
front
of
a
locomotive
to
clear
the
track
(n) (
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
(n)
a
power
tool
used
to
buff
surfaces
(n)
a
cushion
-
like
device
that
reduces
shock
due
to
contact
(n)
an
implement
consisting
of
soft
material
mounted
on
a
block
;
used
for
polishing
(
as
in
manicuring
)
(v)
add
a
buffer
(
a
solution
); "
buffered
saline
solution
for
the
eyes
"
(v)
protect
from
impact
; "
cushion
the
blow
"
buffer Synonyms
buff
buffer
buffer storage
buffer store
cowcatcher
cushion
fender
pilot
polisher
soften
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