buffer
Transitive Verb[C/U] Both
pl: bufferspast: bufferedpp: buffereding: buffering
This term evokes the image of a protective cushion or a strategic gap. It is frequently used in diplomatic and geopolitical contexts to describe land that prevents direct friction between rivals, carrying a sense of safety and separation.
Countable when referring to a physical object or a specific digital storage area (a buffer). Uncountable when referring to the general act of providing protection or cushioning.
Meanings
Noun
A region or object that reduces the impact of a conflict or physical shock.
"The neutral zone acted as a buffer between the two warring nations."
Noun
A temporary storage area for data while it is being moved from one place to another.
"The video stopped to fill the buffer due to a slow internet connection."