buffered

buff·er

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Definitions of buffered word

noun buffered an apparatus at the end of a railroad car, railroad track, etc., for absorbing shock during coupling, collisions, etc. 1
noun buffered any device, material, or apparatus used as a shield, cushion, or bumper, especially on machinery. 1
noun buffered any intermediate or intervening shield or device reducing the danger of interaction between two machines, chemicals, electronic components, etc. 1
noun buffered a person or thing that shields and protects against annoyance, harm, hostile forces, etc., or that lessens the impact of a shock or reversal. 1
noun buffered any reserve moneys, negotiable securities, legal procedures, etc., that protect a person, organization, or country against financial ruin. 1
noun buffered buffer state. 1

before 1825

One of the 37% newest English words

First recorded in 1825-35; buff2 + -er1

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 85% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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