BUFFER: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for BUFFER?

Need another word that means the same as “buffer”? Find 22 synonyms and 30 related words for “buffer” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Buffer” are: buffer zone, polisher, buffer storage, buffer store, cowcatcher, fender, pilot, buff, cushion, bulwark, soften, absorb, lessen, diminish, moderate, mitigate, allay, deaden, muffle, stifle, shield

Buffer as a Noun

Definitions of "Buffer" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “buffer” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• A person or thing that reduces a shock or that forms a barrier between incompatible or antagonistic people or things.
• An inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track.
• A pair of shock-absorbing pistons projecting from a cross-beam at the end of a railway track or on the front and rear of a railway vehicle.
• An implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring.
• A cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact.
• A solution which resists changes in pH when acid or alkali is added to it.
• A neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict.
• (chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH.
• (computer science) a part of RAM used for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device; used to compensate for differences in the rate of flow of data between components of a computer system.
• A temporary memory area in which data is stored while it is being processed or transferred, especially one used while streaming video or downloading audio.
• A power tool used to buff surfaces.
• A part of RAM used for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device; used to compensate for differences in the rate of flow of data between components of a computer system.
• An ionic compound that resists changes in its pH.

Synonyms of "Buffer" as a noun (10 Words)

buff	A soft thick undyed leather from the skins of e g buffalo or oxen. Swimming in the buff means to swim naked.
buffer storage	A power tool used to buff surfaces.
buffer store	A neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict.
buffer zone	A part of RAM used for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device; used to compensate for differences in the rate of flow of data between components of a computer system.
bulwark	An embankment built around a space for defensive purposes. The security forces are a bulwark against the breakdown of society.
cowcatcher	A metal frame at the front of a locomotive for pushing aside cattle or other obstacles on the line.
cushion	A bag of cloth stuffed with a mass of soft material, used as a comfortable support for sitting or leaning on. Comfortable chairs and sofas piled with cushions.
fender	An inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track. In Britain they call a fender a wing.
pilot	Something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies. He returns to our TV screens in a pilot for a Channel 4 sitcom.
polisher	A power tool used to buff surfaces.

Usage Examples of "Buffer" as a noun

• Family and friends can provide a buffer against stress.
• Print speed is boosted by pages being formatted in a buffer while another is printing.

Buffer as a Verb

Definitions of "Buffer" as a verb

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “buffer” as a verb can have the following definitions:

• Add a buffer (a solution.
• Store (data) in a buffer while it is being processed or transferred.
• Protect from impact.
• Treat with a chemical buffer.
• Lessen or moderate the impact of (something.

Synonyms of "Buffer" as a verb (12 Words)

absorb	Assimilate or take in. The work absorbed him and continued to make him happy.
allay	Satisfy (thirst. Some stale figs partly allayed our hunger.
cushion	Protect from impact. Cushion the blow.
deaden	Make (a noise or sensation) less strong or intense. Deadened wine.
diminish	Cause to seem less impressive or valuable. The new law is expected to diminish the government s chances.
lessen	Make smaller. The warmth of the afternoon lessened.
mitigate	Lessen the gravity of (an offence or mistake. There had been a provocation that mitigated the offence to a degree.
moderate	Lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits. He moderated his tone when the students burst out in tears.
muffle	Make (a sound) quieter or less distinct. The trade unions fear their voice within the party is being muffled.
shield	Prevent or reduce the escape of sound, light, or other radiation from (something. He pulled the cap lower to shield his eyes from the glare.
soften	Make less severe or harsh. The blockade appears a better weapon with which to soften them up for eventual surrender.
stifle	Impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of. She stifled a giggle.

Usage Examples of "Buffer" as a verb

• Buffered saline solution for the eyes.
• Try buffering as much of the video stream as you can before you hit the 'play' button.
• Add organic matter to buffer the resulting alkalinity.
• The massage helped to buffer the strain.

Associations of "Buffer" (30 Words)

alleviate	Make easier. He couldn t prevent her pain only alleviate it.
allow	Allow or plan for a certain possibility concede the truth or validity of something. Mandela was allowed few visitors in prison.
appease	Overcome or allay. We give to charity because it appeases our guilt.
assuage	Satisfy (thirst. The letter assuaged the fears of most members.
bumper	A glass filled to the brim (especially as a toast. She started the car with a jerk and hit the bumper of the car in front.
cache	Provide hardware with a cache memory. A cache of gold coins.
chemical	Relating to or denoting the use of poison gas or other chemicals as weapons of war. Chemical treatments for killing fungi.
cushion	A soft bag filled with air or a mass of padding such as feathers or foam rubber etc. Underlay forms a cushion between carpet and floor.
dashboard	Instrument panel on an automobile or airplane containing dials and controls. An executive dashboard enables a CEO to see bank balances the top five customers accounts receivable and accounts payable.
demulcent	A substance that relieves irritation of the mucous membranes in the mouth by forming a protective film.
emollient	Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin. The president s emollient approach to differences.
evasion	The deliberate act of failing to pay money. Their adroit evasion of almost all questions.
fender	The mudguard or area around the wheel well of a vehicle. In Britain they call a fender a wing.
laxative	A medicine which has a laxative effect. Laxative drugs.
licensee	The holder of a licence, especially to sell alcoholic drinks.
maceration	Softening due to soaking or steeping.
mitigate	Make less severe or harsh. There had been a provocation that mitigated the offence to a degree.
persuade	Cause (someone) to believe something, especially after a sustained effort; convince. He did everything he could to persuade the police that he was the robber.
polisher	A power tool used to buff surfaces.
rarefy	Lessen the density or solidity of. As the shell continues to expand and rarefy astronomers may eventually be able to see characteristic gamma rays from the radioactivity within.
reaction	A response that reveals a person’s feelings or attitude. The work of these painters was a reaction against Fauvism.
relent	Become less severe or intense. She was going to refuse his request but relented.
remit	Law the act of remitting especially the referral of a law case to another court. The committee was becoming caught up in issues that did not fall within its remit.
resilient	Elastic; rebounds readily. The fish are resilient to most infections.
slacken	Make slack as by lessening tension or firmness. The pace never slackens.
soft	In a relaxed manner or without hardship soft is nonstandard. Her hair felt very soft.
soften	Make less severe or harsh. Soften a shock.
stash	A hiding place or hideout. Their wealth had been stashed away in Swiss banks.
stoop	Have the head and shoulders habitually bent forwards. He tends to stoop when he walks.
succumb	Fail to resist pressure, temptation, or some other negative force. After a few blows there the porcupine succumbs.