Meaning of buffer
Definition of buffer
(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
an
inclined
metal
frame
at the
front
of a
locomotive
to
clear
the
track
(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
a
power
tool
used
to
buff
surfaces
a cushion-like
device
that reduces
shock
due to an
impact
an
implement
consisting of
soft
material
mounted
on a block;
used
for
polishing
(as in manicuring)
(verb)
add a
buffer
(a solution); "buffered
saline
solution
for the eyes"
protect
from impact; "cushion the blow"
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