Buffer
['bʌfə] or ['bʌfɚ]
Definition
(noun.) a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact.
(noun.) a power tool used to buff surfaces.
(noun.) (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.
(noun.) (chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH.
(verb.) add a buffer (a solution); 'buffered saline solution for the eyes'.
Typed by Anatole--From WordNet
Definition
(n.) 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.
(n.) A pad or cushion forming the end of a fender, which receives the blow; -- sometimes called buffing apparatus.
(n.) One who polishes with a buff.
(n.) A wheel for buffing; a buff.
(n.) A good-humored, slow-witted fellow; -- usually said of an elderly man.
Editor: Warren
Definition
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.
Edited by Clio
Examples
- Buffer says, 'Oh dear! Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- Buffer says he knows a man who married a bathing-woman, and bolted. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- In fact, he lodges at a-- Mr. Snagsby makes another bolt, as if the bit of bread and buffer were insurmountable --at a rag and bottle shop. Charles Dickens. Bleak House.
- Buffer says, 'So did I'; but can find nobody to care whether he did or not. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- What does Buffer say? Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- It is the unfortunate destiny of Buffer to damage a cause by espousing it. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- Same Buffer, emboldened by success, says: 'When? Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- Then the four Buffers, taking heart of grace all four at once, say: 'Deeply interested! Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- The comfort of passengers and the safety of freight have also been greatly increased by the invention of _Buffers_ on railroad cars and trains to prevent sudden and violent concussion. William Henry Doolittle. Inventions in the Century.
- He improved the springs of the carriages, and built buffers to prevent the bumping of the carriage ends, which had been very unpleasant for the earliest passengers. Rupert S. Holland. Historic Inventions.
- Ursula looked with hatred on the buffers of the diminishing wagon. D. H. Lawrence. Women in Love .
- Lastly, the looking-glass reflects Boots and Brewer, and two other stuffed Buffers interposed between the rest of the company and possible accidents. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- He also found a new method of lubricating his carriage axles, his spring frames, the buffers, and the brakes he had built for the trains. Rupert S. Holland. Historic Inventions.
- At which the four Buffers, again mysteriously moved all four at once, explain, 'You can't resist! Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
Editor: Peter