Meaning & Definition of word "Friend"

Friend

/frɛnd/

1. A person whom one knows, likes, and trusts.
- Example: She invited her friend over for dinner.
2. A person who supports, protects, or is friendly to another.
- Example: He has always been a true friend during difficult times.
3. A person with whom one has a bond of mutual affection.
- Example: They have been friends since childhood.

1. To add someone to a list of contacts on a social networking website.
- Example: I decided to friend him on Facebook.

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

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.

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.

Meaning: BFF

● Example Sentence: We've been BFFs since childhood.

Meaning: Homie

● Example Sentence: I just met up with my homie from college.

Meaning: Pal

● Example Sentence: He's a good pal of mine.