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    Friend

    /frɛnd/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A person whom one knows, likes, and trusts.
    She invited her friend over for dinner.
    A person who supports, protects, or is friendly to another.
    He has always been a true friend during difficult times.
    A person with whom one has a bond of mutual affection.
    They have been friends since childhood.
    verb
    To add someone to a list of contacts on a social networking website.
    I decided to friend him on Facebook.

    Etymology

    Middle English frend, from Old English freond, from Proto-Germanic *frijōndz.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a friend in need is a friend indeed
    A person who helps you in difficult times is a true friend.
    make friends
    To establish a friendship with someone.
    friend of a friend
    A person who is connected through a mutual friend.

    Related Words

    friendship
    The emotional bond and connection between friends.
    friendly
    Of, relating to, or befitting a friend; kind and helpful.
    fiend
    A person who is intensely devoted to some interest or activity.

    Slang Meanings

    BFF
    We've been BFFs since childhood.
    Homie
    I just met up with my homie from college.
    Pal
    He's a good pal of mine.