buffer

Meanings

• (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)
• add a buffer (a solution);
• "buffered saline solution for the eyes"
• protect from impact;
• of the yellowish-beige color of buff leather
• BUFFER v -ED, -ING, -S to cushion

Synonyms

• buffer zone
• fender
• cowcatcher
• pilot
• buffer storage
• buffer store
• polisher
• buff
• cushion
• soften

Scrabble Score: 14

buffer is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word

buffer is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary

buffer is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 16

buffer is a valid Words With Friends word

Angrams of buffer