(chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH
a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict
an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track
(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 power tool used to buff surfaces
a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact
an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring)
动词 buffer:
add a buffer (a solution)
protect from impact
双语例句
His sense of humour was a useful buffer when things were going badly for him. 他有幽默感,这使他在逆境中聊以自慰。