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buffing

/ˈbʌfɪŋ/ · verb

Meaning

  1. To polish and make shiny by rubbing.
  2. To make a character or an item stronger.
  3. To modify a medical chart, especially in a dishonest manner.
  4. To strike.
  5. Material removed by the action of someone who buffs.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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