Buffers
Pronunciation: /ˈbʌfər/
Buffers (noun)
- something that reduces shock or protects from harm.
- temporary storage area in a computer for data.
- device on trains to absorb impact during collisions.
Examples
- The trees act as a buffer against the wind.
- A buffer zone was created to protect the wildlife.
Common collocations: act as a buffer, buffer zone, buffer overflow, data buffer, railway buffer
Buffers (verb)
- to lessen the effect of something unpleasant.
Examples
- The new policy will buffer the economic downturn.
- He tried to buffer the effects of the criticism.