Main Entry:

¹friend·ly

Pronunciation:

\ˈfren(d)-lē\

Function:

adjective

Inflected Form(s):

friend·li·er; friend·li·est

Date:

before 12th century

1: of, relating to, or befitting a friend: as a: showing kindly interest and goodwill b: not hostile <a friendly merger offer> ; also : involving or coming from actions of one's own forces <friendly fire> c: cheerful, comforting <the friendly glow of the fire> 2: serving a beneficial or helpful purpose3: easy to use or understand <friendly computer software> —often used in combination <a reader-friendly layout>4: compatible, accommodating <environmentally friendly packaging> —often used in combination <a kid-friendly restaurant>

synonyms see amicable

— friend·li·ly \ˈfren(d)-lə-lē\ adverb

— friend·li·ness noun