n.
1.an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH
2.an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track
3.(computer science) a part of RAM used for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device
4.a power tool used to buff surfaces
5.a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to contact
6.an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block buffer v.
1.add a buffer (a solution)
2.protect from impact
Idiom of the Day
no skin off one's nose
of no concern or trouble or interest to someone
It is no skin off my nose whether or not she comes to the party.