What does BUFFER mean?

Pronunciation
/ˈbʌfər/
Letters
6
Scrabble score
14
Words With Friends score
16
How common
Fairly common

Meaning

noun

  1. (chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH
  2. a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict
  3. an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track
  4. (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
  5. a power tool used to buff surfaces
  6. a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact
  7. an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring)

verb

  1. add a buffer (a solution)“buffered saline solution for the eyes”

Definitions from Princeton WordNet 3.0.

Other forms

buffers15buffered17buffering18

Anagrams of BUFFER

rebuff14

Words inside BUFFER

19 shorter words can be made from these letters. Here are the most useful.

ruffe11buff12rube6ruff10bur5eff9fer6feu6fub8fur6 reb5ref6 rub5 rue3urb5be4 ef5er2re2

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Questions

Is BUFFER a valid word in word games?

BUFFER is in the ENABLE word list, which many word games use, so it is very likely to be accepted. Check your game's own dictionary if a play is challenged.

How many points is BUFFER worth?

BUFFER is worth 14 points with Scrabble letter values and 16 with Words With Friends values, before any bonus squares.

What words can you make from BUFFER?

19 other words, including BE, RE, ER and FUR.