Buffer1. (n.) An elastic apparatus or fender, for deadening the jar caused by the collision of bodies; as, a buffer at the end of a railroad car.
2. (n.) A pad or cushion forming the end of a fender, which receives the blow; -- sometimes called buffing apparatus.
3. (n.) One who polishes with a buff.
4. (n.) A wheel for buffing; a buff.
5. (n.) A good-humored, slow-witted fellow; -- usually said of an elderly man.
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