buffer overrun

A "system failure" which occurs when an in-progress DVR recording "runs over" and catches up to the live, on-air broadcast, leaving the viewer to suffer through commercial breaks and other moments typically advanced past using the fast forward feature. Recovery can be attained by postponing the live review, or through the use of the pause and replay features, to refill the "buffer" of recorded content.

Can also apply to streaming video and related live-playing internet media, such as a YouTube video, when hampered by a sluggish download speed.

"Even though I set my DVR to record the finale, I just couldn't wait to watch it. So rushed home, got there about 20 after, and hit play, but after zipping though the first two commercial breaks I hit a buffer overrun and now I'm stuck watching the stupid commercials! Grar!"

by markfromhouston September 25, 2009

Buffer Zone

The number of people needed in a group so you can enjoy yourself and not have to worry about having too much face time with *THAT* person in your circle (the frenemy, the "let's just be friends" ex, the hookup that turned out to be a really bad idea, the tool, etc)

Damn, Kelly responded to Rob's Taco Tuesday invite too; looks like only four of us. Let me ask Zak and Sara so there's a buffer zone.

by amyhaha July 29, 2011

buffer thrust

An highly advanced technique used in bowling

Almost guarantees you will not a get a strike

I'll get a strike with "buffer thrust!!"

Let me show you a technique i like to call buffer thrust..

by Ninja-Shadow December 19, 2006

Buffer Nuffer

A word that can be used as a substitute for anything sexual most likely to be usesd instead of the word penis or dick. Used by mostly overly giddy teenage girls who have are to innocent to say what they really mean.

Wanna see my buffer nuffer?

His buffer nuffer was so big and black

I enjoyed that buffer nuffer all night long

by Bijoubabe0430 August 15, 2010

buffer overflow

Euphemism for an immediate need to defecate or urinate. Also synonymous for having already done so in public.

"I'm about to have a buffer overflow. brb!"

by bembleton August 17, 2007

buffer food

A meal prepared in such a way that its presentation and/or appearance will generate its own conversation, thereby eliminating awkward communication among incompatible guests.

Imma fix a series of buffer food courses for tomorrow night's dinner party, and hoping like hell that people will focus on the food instead of pushing each other's buttons.

by pfon November 28, 2012

buffer mouns

a device used to make soup

im gonna use my buffer mouns

by Thetrumpdrumf January 16, 2021