friend (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: /frend/

Definition

A person you know well and like, who is not a member of your family.

Examples

• She is my best friend.

• He has been a good friend for many years.

• I met my friend at the park.

How to Use friend

friend of (prepositional phrase)

Someone who supports or likes something. — "He is a friend of the environment."

be friends with (prepositional phrase)

To have a friendly relationship with someone. — "Are you friends with your neighbors?"

Synonyms of friend

Words with a similar meaning to friend:

• pal
• buddy
• companion
• ally

Antonyms of friend

Words with the opposite meaning to friend:

• enemy
• stranger

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