buffet in WordNet English dictionary

1. strike against forcefully
   "Winds buffeted the tent"
   buffet  knock about  batter 
   
2. strike, beat repeatedly
   "The wind buffeted him"
   buffet  buff 
   

1. a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers
   buffet  counter  sideboard 
   
2. usually inexpensive bar
   snack bar  snack counter  buffet 
   
3. a meal set out on a buffet at which guests help themselves
   buffet