BUFFER
\bˈʌfə], \bˈʌfə], \b_ˈʌ_f_ə]\
Definitions of BUFFER
- 2006 - WordNet 3.0
- 2011 - English Dictionary Database
- 2010 - New Age Dictionary Database
- 1913 - Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
- 1919 - The Winston Simplified Dictionary
- 1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.
- 1919 - The Concise Standard Dictionary of the English Language
- 1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language
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an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring)
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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
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an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH
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add a buffer (a solution); "buffered saline solution for the eyes"
By Princeton University
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an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring)
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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
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an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH
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add a buffer to; of solutions; "buffered saline solution for the eyes"
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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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.
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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 pad or cushion forming the end of a fender, which receives the blow; - sometimes called buffing apparatus.
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A good-humored, slow-witted fellow; - usually said of an elderly man.
By Oddity Software
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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.
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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 pad or cushion forming the end of a fender, which receives the blow; - sometimes called buffing apparatus.
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A good-humored, slow-witted fellow; - usually said of an elderly man.
By Noah Webster.
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Any device which serves to deaden the shock caused by the striking together of two bodies; as, a buffer is placed at each end of a railway car to lessen the jar when two cars meet.
By William Dodge Lewis, Edgar Arthur Singer
By Daniel Lyons
By James Champlin Fernald
