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Buffering

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Definition

Buffering means the process of temporarily storing data while it is being transferred from one place to another, especially in relation to online videos or streaming.

Synonyms & similar words

soften cushion buffer loading caching storing temporizing pausing holding delaying preparing reserving stalling waiting keeping retaining saving postponing hibernating pausing intermittent delay lag

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