buffeting

[ˈbʌfɪtɪŋ]

buffeting Definition

• 1. the action of striking someone or something repeatedly and violently
• 2. knocking someone or something around

Using buffeting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "buffeting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The plane was buffeted by strong winds.

• Example

  The ship was buffeted by the waves.

• Example

  The hiker was buffeted by the storm.

• Example

  The boxer was buffeted by his opponent's punches.

buffeting Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for buffeting

• pounding
• battering
• thrashing
• beating
• hitting

Phrases with buffeting

• buffet something out

  to remove scratches or other damage from a surface by rubbing it with a special tool

  Example

  He buffeted out the scratches on his car's paint job.

• buffet car

  a railway carriage in which food and drinks are served to passengers

  Example

  I always enjoy getting a meal in the buffet car when I travel by train.

• buffet lunch

  a meal consisting of a variety of dishes that guests can serve themselves from

  Example

  The conference organizers provided a buffet lunch for all the attendees.

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Summary: buffeting in Brief

'Buffeting' [ˈbʌfɪtɪŋ] refers to the action of repeatedly and violently striking or knocking someone or something around. It is often used to describe the effects of strong winds or storms on planes, ships, or hikers, as in 'The plane was buffeted by strong winds.' 'Buffeting' can also mean to remove scratches or damage from a surface, as in 'He buffeted out the scratches on his car's paint job.'