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.

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.

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.