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
go to rack and ruin
to reach a very bad state of repair
The building has gone to rack and ruin since the new owners bought it.