1.an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH
2.an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track
3.(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
4.a power tool used to buff surfaces
5.a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to contact
6.an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring)
1.add a buffer (a solution);
buffered saline solution for the eyes
2.protect from impact;
cushion the blow