1. repeated striking or beating, especially by wind or waves
2. rough treatment or harsh criticism

1. present participle of buffet: to strike repeatedly and violently

Examples

• The ship endured hours of buffeting from the storm waves.
• The old house took a buffeting from the hurricane winds.
• After the scandal, the politician faced a buffeting from the media.
• The small plane was buffeting through the turbulent air.
• The constant buffeting of criticism wore down his confidence.
• Strong winds were buffeting the trees all night.
• The team received a buffeting from angry fans after the loss.