buffer
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/ˈbʌfər/
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/ˈbʌfə(r)/
Something that protects or reduces shock or difficulty
Friends can be a buffer against hard times.
朋友可以成为困难时期的缓冲。
A metal device on trains that reduces impact
The train's buffer helps prevent damage in collisions.
火车的缓冲器有助于防止碰撞中的损坏。
A temporary storage area in computer memory
The computer uses a buffer to store data temporarily.
计算机使用缓冲区临时存储数据。
An informal term for an old man, often disrespectful
He's just a silly old buffer who complains all day.
他只是个整天抱怨的傻老头。
To reduce harmful effects
Exercise can buffer the impact of stress.
运动可以缓冲压力的影响。
To protect from something
Savings can buffer you from financial problems.
储蓄可以保护你免受财务问题的困扰。
To hold data temporarily before use
The system will buffer the video before playing it.
系统会在播放视频前进行缓冲。