Definitions for buffer
ˈbʌf ərbuf·fer

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. buffernoun

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

2. buffer zone, buffernoun

   a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict

3. fender, buffer, cowcatcher, pilotnoun

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

4. buffer, buffer storage, buffer storenoun

   (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

5. buffer, polishernoun

   a power tool used to buff surfaces

6. buffer, fendernoun

   a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact

7. buff, bufferverb

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

8. bufferverb

   add a buffer (a solution)

   "buffered saline solution for the eyes"

9. cushion, buffer, softenverb

   protect from impact

   "cushion the blow"

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. buffernoun

   Someone or something that buffs.

2. buffernoun

   A solution used to stabilize the pH (acidity) of a liquid.

3. buffernoun

   A portion of memory set aside to store data, often before it is sent to an external device or as it is received from an external device.

4. buffernoun

   (mechanical) Anything used to maintain slack or isolate different objects.

5. buffernoun

   A routine or storage medium used to compensate for a difference in rate of flow of data, or time of occurrence of events, when transferring data from one device to another.

6. buffernoun

   A device on trains and carriages designed to cushion the impact between them.

7. buffernoun

   The metal barrier to help prevent trains from running off the end of the track.

8. buffernoun

   An isolating circuit, often an amplifier, used to minimize the influence of a driven circuit on the driving circuit.

9. buffernoun

   In international relations, a buffer zone (such as a demilitarized zone) or a buffer state.

10. bufferverb

    To use a buffer or buffers; to isolate or minimize the effects of one thing on another.

11. bufferverb

    To store data in memory temporarily.

ChatGPTRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. buffer

   A buffer is a temporary storage area that helps balance or mitigate differences in processing speed, data rate or data sequence between devices, systems or processes. In computing, it is often used to manage data while it is being transferred from one place to another. In chemistry, a buffer is a solution that resists changes in pH when acids or bases are added to it.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Buffernoun

   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

2. Buffernoun

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

3. Buffernoun

   one who polishes with a buff

4. Buffernoun

   a wheel for buffing; a buff

5. Buffernoun

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

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Buffer

   buf′ėr, n. a mechanical apparatus for deadening the force of a concussion, as in railway carriages: a fellow, as in 'old buffer.'—n. Buff′er-state, a neutral country lying between two others, whose relations are or may become strained.

CrunchBaseRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Buffer

   Buffer is a smarter way to share pictures, links or videos on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Google+.Just drop everything worth sharing in your Buffer and it will be posted for you well spaced out over the day, at a better time. It works from anywhere, with lots of app integrations, browser extensions and shortcuts!

Surnames Frequency by Census RecordsRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. BUFFER

   According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Buffer is ranked #78821 in terms of the most common surnames in America.
   
   The Buffer surname appeared 242 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 would have the surname Buffer.
   
   69.8% or 169 total occurrences were White.
   26% or 63 total occurrences were Black.
   2% or 5 total occurrences were of two or more races.

Matched Categories

1. • Chemistry
   • Compound
   • Computer Science
   • Device
   • Framework
   • Memory Device
   • Modify
   • Power Tool
   • Zone

Anagrams for buffer »

1. rebuff

How to pronounce buffer?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

   US English

   Mark

   US English

   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

   British

   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

   Australian

   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

   Indian

   Neerja

   Indian

   Zira

   US English

   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

   British

   Fred

   US English

   Tessa

   South African

How to say buffer in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of buffer in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of buffer in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

Examples of buffer in a Sentence

1. Andrey Dashin:

   Unfortunately, it now transpires that I should have filed for winding up earlier, probably in that case that process would have been completed before the 'Black Thursday' of 15 January 2015, when the unpreparedness of Alpari UK and its lack of any financial buffer caused its collapse and insolvency.

2. William Jacobson:

   It's very disturbing that you would have an arbitrary and significant buffer zone that would absolutely apply regardless of the circumstances.

3. Catherine Monk:

   The support could be from family and friends, it could be a sense of belonging in a religious community. It's the sense of social cohesion and social connectedness which research suggests is a buffer against the experiences of stress. It means you take a break from it.

4. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov:

   Within the U.S.-led coalition there should no ambiguous talk about any ‘Plan B’, about a ground operation being planned, or about the creation of some buffer no-fly zones, which have long been recognized as absolutely unacceptable.

5. Zhang Li:

   The traditional buffer zones between humans and elephants are gradually disappearing, and the chances of elephants' encountering humans naturally increase greatly.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=buffer
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Buffer
3. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
4. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/buffer
5. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=buffer
6. ^ CrunchBase
   https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/buffer
7. ^ Surnames Frequency by Census Records
   https://www.census.gov/topics/population/genealogy/data/2010_surnames.html