CEFR B2

buffered

verb

Meaning

Stored temporarily in a computer memory area to allow for smooth processing or data transfer.

Examples

The high-definition movie buffered for several seconds before the stream started.
Data is buffered in the system cache to prevent interruptions during file transfers.

Synonyms: stored, cached, loaded, queued

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buffered (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: ˈbʌfərd

Definition

Stored temporarily in a computer memory area to allow for smooth processing or data transfer.

Examples

The high-definition movie buffered for several seconds before the stream started.
Data is buffered in the system cache to prevent interruptions during file transfers.
The application buffered the incoming audio signal to eliminate jitter in the output.

Synonyms of buffered

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