SkyfireDict

buffer   (TTS Sound)

The noun buffer has 7 senses

• buffer -- ((chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH)


• buffer zone, buffer -- (a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict)


• fender, buffer, cowcatcher, pilot -- (an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track)


• buffer, buffer storage, buffer store -- ((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)


• buffer, polisher -- (a power tool used to buff surfaces)


• buffer, fender -- (a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact)


• buff, buffer -- (an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring))

The verb buffer has 2 senses

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


• cushion, buffer, soften -- (protect from impact; "cushion the blow")

The adj buff has 1 sense

• buff -- (of the yellowish-beige color of buff leather)