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Meaning of buffer

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From WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006) [wn]:

  buffer
      n 1: (chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its
           pH
      2: a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in
         order to diminish the danger of conflict [syn: {buffer zone},
         {buffer}]
      3: an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear
         the track [syn: {fender}, {buffer}, {cowcatcher}, {pilot}]
      4: (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 [syn: {buffer},
         {buffer storage}, {buffer store}]
      5: a power tool used to buff surfaces [syn: {buffer},
         {polisher}]
      6: a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact
         [syn: {buffer}, {fender}]
      7: an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block;
         used for polishing (as in manicuring) [syn: {buff}, {buffer}]
      v 1: add a buffer (a solution); "buffered saline solution for
           the eyes"
      2: protect from impact; "cushion the blow" [syn: {cushion},
         {buffer}, {soften}]

Source : WordNet ® Princeton University. 2010.

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