BUFFER

/ˈbafə(ɹ)/ ► audio Scrabble 14 Words With Friends 16

Scrabble letter values: B₃U₁F₄F₄E₁R₁ = 14

Definition

verb add a buffer (a solution).
verb protect from impact. — synonyms: cushion, soften
noun (chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH.
noun a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict. — synonyms: buffer_zone
noun an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track. — synonyms: fender, cowcatcher, pilot
noun (computer science) a part of RAM used for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device. — synonyms: buffer_storage, buffer_store
noun a power tool used to buff surfaces. — synonyms: polisher
noun a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact. — synonyms: fender
noun an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block. — synonyms: buff

“buffered saline solution for the eyes”
“cushion the blow”
“used to compensate for differences in the rate of flow of data between components of a computer system”