Definição e significado de "buffer"em inglês

to buffer

VERBO

amortecer, tamponar

to reduce or soften the impact or effects of a situation or force

Transitive: to buffer an effect

Exemplos

Taking breaks throughout the day can buffer the stress of a demanding work schedule.

Fazer pausas ao longo do dia pode amortecer o estresse de uma agenda de trabalho exigente.

tamponar, estabilizar o pH

to treat with a chemical substance that helps maintain a stable pH level

Transitive: to buffer a solution or mixture

Exemplos

In the laboratory, the microbiologist buffered the growth medium to create an environment conducive to bacterial growth.

No laboratório, o microbiologista tamponou o meio de cultura para criar um ambiente propício ao crescimento bacteriano.

Buffer

SUBSTANTIVO

tampão, solução tampão

a solution containing a weak acid and its conjugate base, or a weak base and its conjugate acid, which maintains a stable pH when small amounts of acid or base are added

Exemplos

Buffers play a significant role in biochemical research by providing a controlled environment for reactions.

Os tampões desempenham um papel significativo na pesquisa bioquímica, fornecendo um ambiente controlado para reações.

amortecedor, tampão

a device that absorbs shock to reduce the impact of a collision or hit

Exemplos

The shock absorbers in the bike acted as buffers, making the ride smoother on rough terrain.

Os amortecedores da bicicleta atuaram como amortecedores, tornando o passeio mais suave em terrenos acidentados.

politriz, máquina de polir

a power tool used to buff surfaces

amortecedor, para-choque

an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track

buffer, memória intermediária

(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

tampão, polidor

an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring)

zona tampão, zona neutra

a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict

amortecedor, barreira

something that acts like a shield or barrier to protect from harm, damage, or stress

Exemplos

The wall works as a buffer to reduce noise.

A parede funciona como um amortecedor para reduzir o ruído.

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