Textual thesaurus for "buffer"

(noun) buff

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

(noun) fender

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

(noun) polisher

a power tool used to buff surfaces

(noun) buffer storage, buffer store

(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) fender, cowcatcher, pilot

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

(noun) buffer zone

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

(verb) cushion, soften

protect from impact

cushion the blow