Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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buffer | Yes | No | Yes | No |
chemical compound | Yes | No | No | No |
buffer (noun) | chemical compound (noun) |
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a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact | (chemistry) a substance formed by chemical union of two or more elements or ingredients in definite proportion by weight |
a power tool used to buff surfaces | |
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 | |
an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring) | |
a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict | |
(chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH |
buffer (verb) | chemical compound (verb) |
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add a buffer (a solution) | |
protect from impact |