buffer

[Buff·er]

A buffer is an object that either softens a blow like a fender, or helps buff or shine stuff, like a nail buffer.

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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.

Noun
an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring)

Noun
a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to contact

Noun
a power tool used to buff surfaces

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(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

Noun
an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track

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Noun
an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH

Verb
add a buffer (a solution); "buffered saline solution for the eyes"

Verb
protect from impact; "cushion the blow"

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.

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A pad or cushion forming the end of a fender, which receives the blow; -- sometimes called buffing apparatus.

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One who polishes with a buff.

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A wheel for buffing; a buff.

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A good-humored, slow-witted fellow; -- usually said of an elderly man.

Buffer

Buff"er , n. [Prop a striker. See Buffet a blow.] 1. (Mech.) (a) 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. (b) A pad or cushion forming the end of a fender, which recieves the blow; -- sometimes called buffing apparatus. 2. One who polishes with a buff. 3. A wheel for buffing; a buff. 4. A good-humored, slow-witted fellow; -- usually said of an elderly man. [Colloq.] Dickens.

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.

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Usage Examples

I made a very conscious effort to finish 'The Cypress House' before 'So Cold the River' launched, because I thought that would help build a buffer between my writing and any impact that came from either the success or the failure of that first book.

Misspelled Form

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Other Usage Examples

The United States contributes to peace in both by serving as a buffer between and among regional powers that, while not preparing for armed conflict, do not fully trust one another.

Black people have always been used as a buffer in this country between powers to prevent class war.