1835, agent noun from obsolete verb buff "make a dull sound when struck" (mid-16c.), from Old French bufe "a blow, slap, punch" (see buffet (n.2)); hence also "something that [..]

A chemical system that resists a change in pH. It comprises three components: water, weak acid (or weak base) and salt of the weak acid (or salt of weak base). In a buffered system, the concentration [..]

Relationships Related Term:  alkali alkaline-reserve paper calcium carbonate reserve pH n. ~ 1. A substance that can neutralize acids; an alkali. - 2. A means or mechanism that can transform an irregu [..]

A substance that consists of acid and base forms in solution and that minimizes changes in pH when extraneous acids or bases are added to the solution.

A solution that can maintain its pH value with little change when acids or bases are added to it. Buffer solutions are usually prepared as mixtures of a weak acid with its own salt or mixtures of salt [..]

Memory reserved to temporarily hold data to offset differences between the operating speeds of different devices, such as a printer and a computer. Scope Notes: In a program, buffers are reserved area [..]

a) Animals positioned to make game less of a desire by serving as food for those who might attack game. b)Any tool that is used to help remove horse shoe nails by cutting the clinch c) A group of chem [..]

Temporary storage of data so that other applications can continue to run while the data is being transferred.

1894, from buffer (n.). Related: Buffered; buffering.

On a multitasking system, a certain amount of RAM that is allocated as a temporary holding area so that the CPU can manipulate data before transferring it to a particular device. 

1) A quantity of materials awaiting further processing. It can refer to raw materials, semi-finished stores, or hold points, or a work backlog that is purposely maintained behind a work center. 2) In [..]

A buffer is a storage device used to compensate for a difference in rate of data flow, or time of occurrence of events, when transmitting data from one device to another.

Memory in a camera or digital device that stores information before it is written to a storage source. Read articles that include this term

a cushion or shield.

a memory location in a computer or digital instrument that is set aside for temporary storage of digital information while it is waiting to be processed.

A device using springs or hydraulics to absorb the shock when a railway vehicle runs into another vehicle or a buffer stop at the end of the line.

The buffer is a section of the computer where data is stored before being used. This buffering allows time for an application to fix differences in bit rates among other things. It creates a space of time for compensation.

A temporary memory storage area for information.

substance dissolved in the water that helps stabilize pH

A naturally vegetated area established or maintained to cushion and protect aquatic, wetland, shoreline, and terrestrial environments from man-made disturbances.

Any compound that makes the soil less sensitive to acid and alkaline fluctuations.

(chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH add a buffer (a solution); "buffered saline solution for the eyes" buffer zone: a neutral zone between two rival [..]

A temporary memory for data, normally used to accommodate the difference in the rate at which two devices can handle data during a transfer.

A device or storage area [memory] used to store data temporarily to compensate for differences in rates of data flow, time of occurrence of events, or amounts of data that can be handled by the device [..]

Space allocated on a system‚ as Random Access Memory (RAM), where data is stored temporarily until it is transferred to another part of the system. In streaming applications, buffers store video or audio data until there is enough information for the stream to be composed.

Also, buffering, to buffer, etc. Congestion, either on a network or at the central processor of a device, may cause the device to buffer. Describes a situation which occurs when a streaming media player is saving portions of a streaming media file to local storage for playback. Most streaming media players buffer a small percentage of a streaming m [..]

A routine or storage medium used to compensate for a difference in rate of flow of data, or time of occurrence of events, when transferring data from one device to another. Note: Buffers are used for many purposes, such as (a) interconnecting two digital circuits operating at different rates, (b) holding data for use at a later time, (c) allowing t [..]

That part of the recoil mechanism that controlled recoil.  Basically, a piston in an oil filled cylinder that allowed oil to pass from one side to the other.  The other part of the recoil mechanism wa [..]

Dictionary of Internet Terms Device or allocated memory space used for temporary storage.Printers commonly use buffers to hold incoming the text arrives at a much faster rate than the output.

Buffer is a location, especially in RAM, for storage of temporary data to speed up an operation such as disk access or printing.

A buffer is a solution containing either a weak acid and its salt or a weak base and its salt, which is resistant to changes in pH. Examples: blood, TRIS buffer, phosphate buffer

A molecule that serves to prevent large changes in pH by either combining with H+ or by releasing H+ into solution. bulbourethral glands

Any substance or chemical compound that tends to keep pH levels constant when acids or bases are added. bulb of Krause

(n.) A temporary storage area, usually in RAM. The purpose of most buffers is to act as a holding area, enabling the CPU to manipulate data before transferring it to a device. Because the processes of [..]

n. a reserve or temporary storage of memory for future use. In computer science, also refers to that region of memory (cache) where data is temporarily stored before being deleted or transferred.

In a firearm, any part intended to absorb shock, reduce impact or check recoil.

In computing, temporary storage (usually RAM) used for data while it is being processed or for special purposes such as the transfer of data between two system components that have different operating [..]

A storage area used for handling data in transit. Buffers are used in internetworking to compensate for differences in processing speed between network devices. Bursts of data can be stored in buffers [..]

A term used to describes a temporary storage area for data. It is stored in this buffer before it can be processed. Buffering speeds up data processing.

A substance that reacts with hydrogen or hydroxyl ions in a solution, in order to prevent a change in pH.

A buffer resists a change of pH when either acids or bases are added to it. For example haemoglobin acts as a buffer in the blood.

A cushioning device mounted on the extreme ends of vehicles to absorb shocks arising during coupling and motion. The buffer consists of a plate on the end of a spring-loaded plunger which compresses upon contact with another buffer. Buffers are either mounted singly in the centre of the underframe ends or in pairs towards the corners.

A device designed to stop a descending car or counterweight beyond its nor...

A conjugate acid-base pair that is capable of resisting changes in pH when acid or base is added to the system. This tendency will be maximal when the conjugate forms are present in equal amounts.

The buffer is the defined media in which the ligand-binder reaction takes place. Many of the components in the buffer solution influence the avidity of the reaction.

A substance that reacts with hydrogen

A zone of a specific radius created around a selected feature. Used to select features within a specific distance of another feature. In AutoCAD Map 3D, you can define buffers for drawing topologies a [..]

[GIS processing] The buffer tool is a proximity function that creates a polygon at a set distance surrounding a selected feature or features.

Oil or spring buffer used as a safety device in case of over travel of the car or counterweight.

A device located in the pit designed to stop a descending car or counterweight beyond its normal limit of travel by absorbing and dissipating the kinetic energy of the descending car or counterweight. •  OIL BUFFER:

See Alkaline.

A memory location in a computer or digital instrument that is set aside for temporarily storing digital information while it is waiting to be processed.

The term "buffer" is defined in the Zoning Ordinance as “that portion of a given lot, not covered by buildings, pavement, parking, access and service areas, established as landscaped open sp [..]

menu Overview BufferedWriter vs BufferedOutputStream When To Buffer Squirrel Cage Buffers Selecting a Buffer Size Links Oveview Because of hard disk latency, when you do I/O, it will go faster if you [..]

a small amount of data that is stored for a short amount of time, typically in the computer’s memory (RAM). The purpose of a buffer is to hold data right before it is used. When you download an audio or video file from the Internet, it may load the first 20% of it into a buffer and then begin to play. While the clip plays back, the computer continu [..]

This is an

Mixture containing both a weak acid and a weak base capable of absorbing additions of either strong acid or strong base with little corresponding change in pH. Buffers are used for calibrating pH meters.

(n) (chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH(n) a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict(n) an inclined metal frame at th [..]

A solution that is able to resist large changes in pH (Lesson 14)

A buffer is a memory that is used as temporary storage during input and output operations. buffers are e.g used in a telephone modem. The Transmit Data flow control buffer is used for flow control and [..]

A temporary storage area for data, often used to "smooth out" incoming audio or video streams. Several seconds worth of material is stored in the buffer and it is then played back from there, so that if there is a brief interruption in the stream your music or video doesn't stop.

A temporary storage area for data, often used to "smooth out" incoming audio or video streams. Several seconds worth of material is stored in the buffer and it is then played back from there [..]

Buffering is the resilience of seawater against changes in pH, or acidification. A well-buffered solution’s pH changes very little when an acid is added. Buffering capacity depends on a number of fact [..]

The plastic material that surrounds the core and cladding of an optical fibre strand. This coating adds strength and flexibility to the fibre strand. Typically 250μm in size.

A strip of land established as a transition between distinct land uses. May contain natural or planted shrubs, walls or fencing singly or in combination.

A chap. The French bouffer (older form, bauffer) meant to eat, as il bauffera tout seul. If this is the basis of the word, a buffer is one who eats with us, called a Commoner in our universities.

some memory set aside for a special purpose, usually to allow two devices to exchange data without overwhelming their input/output interfaces. The buffer acts as a temporary reservoir for data. Video [..]

A buffer is a substance that minimises change in the acidity of a solution when added to the solution to make it more neutral.

A solution of the acid (HA) and base (A−) form of a compound that undergoes little change in pH when small quantities of strong acid or base are added.

A temporary storage location within pcb where items can be stored until needed later. One such buffer is used for the common cut-and-paste operations.

 A device designed to stop a descending car or counterweight beyond its normal limit of travel by storing or by absorbing and dissipating the kinetic energy of the car or counterweight.

A resilient stop at the end of travel, and comprising a means of braking using fluids or springs (or other similar means).

  The area between the outside edge of the roadway and the roadside edge of the sidewalk or pedestrian facility that provides a space between pedestrian traffic and motorized traffic; this buffer can contain paved areas, grassy areas, or trees.

A solution or liquid whose chemical makeup neutralizes acids or base without great change in pH.

A piece of equipment used by skilled technicians to apply products to a vehicle. Reduces the time spent and improves the quality of work performed.

Temporary storage areas held in your camera or computers RAM. This acts as a temporary holding area for data that will be manipulated by the CPU before saving it to another device. For example if you [..]

(see car buffer)

Component acting as an elastic damper at terminal limits and comprising a fluid- or spring-based braking system (or other analogous device).

an area of RAM used to temporarily store data.

A land area that is designated to block or absorb unwanted impacts to the area beyond the buffer. Buffer strips along a trail could block views that may be undesirable. Buffers may be set aside next t [..]

a solution selected or prepared to minimize changes in hydrogen ion concentration which would otherwise occur as a result of a chemical reaction..

A solution containing both a weak acid and its conjugate base which resists changes in pH brought on by addition of an acid or base to the solution.  (see RFF 705.10.09 - BUFFERS)

A liquid that can hinder a change in the pH when added to an acid or a base.

a buffer is an additive that is resistant to alterations in pH when small quantities of alkali or acid are incorporated into the system.

A designated area contiguous to a steep slope or landslide hazard area intended to protect slope stability, attenuation of surface water flows and landslide hazards or a designated area contiguous to and intended to protect and be an integral part of an aquatic area or wetland. Bulkhead Bulkhead means a solid or open pile wall of rock, concrete, st [..]

A solution or liquid whose chemical makeup is such that it minimizes changes in pH when acids or bases are added to it.

A solution or liquid whose chemical makeup is such that it minimizes changes in pH when acids or bases are added to it.

Part of the computer's memory used for temporary storage of information. This becomes necessary to compensate for differences in speed that different devices can transmit or receive data. Bus:

Memory in a camera or digital device that stores information before it is written to a storage source. Read articles that include this term

The material surrounding the fibre to protect it from physical damage

chemical substance used to maintain the alkalinity of a developing solution, particularly in the presence of bromine which is produced during development.

a chemical used to maintain the pH of a system by absorbing hydrogen ions (which would make it more acidic) or absorbing hydroxyl ions (which would make it more alkaline).

(RCN)(RN) The senior boatswain onboard a ship, responsible for seamanship evolutions. Also known as the Chief Boatswain's Mate. May also stand for "Big Ugly Fat Fucker Easily Replaced".

The chief bosun's mate (in the Royal Navy), responsible for discipline.

The chief bosun's mate (in the Royal Navy), responsible for discipline.

The chief bosun's mate (in the Royal Navy), responsible for discipline.

(UK) The senior rate responsible for seamanship evolutions, typically a Chief Boatswain's Mate. According to some, stands for 'Big Ugly Fat Fucker Easily Replaced.'

A buffer is a temporary holding area for data while it's waiting to be transferred to another location. It is usually located in the RAM. The concept of the buffer was developed in order to preve [..]

Any substance, or combination of substances, which when dissolved in water produces a solution which resists a change in its hydrogen ion concentration upon the addition of acid or alkali.

A substance that alters the pH of a solution by neutralizing acids and bases. This process is called 'buffering.'

A solution or liquid whose chemical makeup neutralizes acids or bases without a great change in pH.

A solution that is added to chemical reactions in the laboratory to prevent changes in pH.

A substance which renders a system less sensitive to fluctuations between acidity and alkalinity. Humus serves as a buffer in soil.

A solution dissolved in the water for stabilizing pH levels.

The ability of soil to either resist changes in pH, or changes in the concentration of nutrients in soil solution.

A solution containing agents that maintain a constant pH during a biochemical reaction.

A chemical which causes a solution to resist changes in pH, or to shift the pH to a specific value.

, sb. a boxer. ‘An old buffer,’ a tough old fellow.

A temporary holding location for data. Block buffering means that the data is passed on to its destination whenever the buffer is full. Line buffering means that it's passed on whenever a complete line is received. Command buffering means that it's passed every time you do a print command (or equivalent). If your output is unbuffered, the [..]

A buffer is a pH-balanced cleanser that makes the skin shinier and softer.

and command buffering

A temporary holding location for data. Data that are Block buffering

after every newline

Pressing the inputs for an attack while in a state that prevents the move from coming out (in block/hitstun, on the ground, during another move). Moves with multiple inputs can be simplified by pressing all but the last input while unable to attack, then just a single button press will be needed for the second attack to come out.

A system capable of resisting changes in pH even when acid or base is added, consisting of a conjugate acid-base pair in which the ratio of proton acceptor to proton donor is near unity.

Same as driver.

An amplifier used to isolate a load from a source.

A social media scheduling programme that can be used with Twitter, Facebook and Pinterest. See: Scheduling Tools.

Memory that holds data until it can be used, sent or processed. (Computer data context)

A substance in a solution capable of neutralizing both acids and bases.

A buffer is a temporary storage area, usually in Random Access Memory (RAM) of a computer. The purpose of a buffer is to act as a holding area before manipulation by a computer program. For instance a printing program uses a buffer to hold print jobs before being sent to a printer. This type of buffer is referred to as a SPOOL.

A substance that refuses or resists changes in pH when an acid or alkali is added to it.

A substance used in solution, which accepts hydrogen ions or hydroxyl ions, added to the solution as acids or alkali’s, minimizing a change in pH.

Non-volatile memory contained in some timers & printers. Allows storage of received information until requested by the user at a later time (to conserve paper, etc). NOTE: buffer memory is normally erased when the timer or printer is turned off, and cannot be retrieved.

An area of land designed or managed for the purpose of separating or providing a transition between two or more land areas whose uses may conflict or be seen as incompatible.

is a restricted area adjacent to a specified critical area

A mixture of acid or base that, when added to a solution, enables the solution to resist changes in the pH that would otherwise occur when acid or alkali is added to it.

Buffer may refer to:

A buffer is a part of the buffers-and-chain coupling system used on the railway systems of many countries, among them most of those in Europe, for attaching railway vehicles to one another. Fitted at [..]

In a fiber optic cable, a buffer is one type of component used to encapsulate one or more optical fibers for the purpose of providing such functions as mechanical isolation, protection from physical d [..]

Buffer is the colloquial title for the senior seaman sailor in a Commonwealth of Nations navy ship. The formal title is chief boatswain's mate. This person is typically a chief petty officer or petty [..]

A buffer in GIS is a zone around a map feature measured in units of distance or time. A buffer is useful for proximity analysis. A buffer is an area defined by the bounding region determined by a set [..]

Buffer is a software application for the web and mobile, designed to manage accounts in social networks, by providing the means for a user to schedule posts to Twitter, Facebook and Linkedin. Buffer i [..]