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 purpose
3 : 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