Buffers
7 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of buffer, meaning substances or devices that resist change or absorb impact, such as chemical compounds that stabilise pH or protective cushioning devices.
“The laboratory added buffers to the solution to prevent sudden changes in acidity.”
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Wordle
Contains B, U, F, F, E, R, S, double F is the key distinctive feature, -ERS ending is common
Scrabble
Double F (4pts each) contributes 8pts from F tiles alone, -ERS ending hooks well, strong Scrabble value
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