Word: BUFFER
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Definition of BUFFER
- Of the color of buff leather, a brownish yellow.
- Unusually muscular. (also buffed or buffed out)
"The bouncer was a big, buff dude with tattoos, a shaved head, and a serious scowl."
- Physically attractive.
- Someone or something that buffs.
- A solution used to stabilize the pH (acidity) of a liquid.
- A portion of memory set aside to store data, often before it is sent to an external device or as it is received from an external device.
- To use a buffer or buffers; to isolate or minimize the effects of one thing on another.
- To store data in memory temporarily.
- To maintain the acidity of a solution near a chosen value by adding an acid or a base.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "buffer" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "buffer" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BUFFER a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is BUFFER worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in BUFFER? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing BUFFER:
- # the buffer effect
- # master of buffer
- # playing with buffer
- # in terms of buffer
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