Definition of FRIEND

friend  

/frend/

Noun A person whom one knows and with whom one has a bond of mutual affection, typically exclusive of sexual or family relations.

Verb Add (someone) to a list of contacts associated with a social networking Web site.

Synonyms pal - mate - chum - buddy - comrade - fellow - companion

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1

a : one attached to another by affection or esteem

b : acquaintance

2

a : one that is not hostile

b : one that is of the same nation, party, or group

3

: one that favors or promotes something (as a charity)

4

: a favored companion

5

capitalized : a member of a Christian sect that stresses Inner Light, rejects sacraments and an ordained ministry, and opposes war —called also Quaker

— friend·less  adjective

— friend·less·ness noun

— be friends with

: to have a friendship or friendly relationship with

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