Definition of friend
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: one attached to another by affection or esteem
She's my best friend.
b
: acquaintance
2a
: one that is not hostile
Is he a friend or an enemy?
b
: one that is of the same nation, party, or group
showbiz friends
3
: one that favors or promotes something (such as a charity)
this trend has alarmed friends of the liberal arts— Raymond Walters The friends of the library will host a fund-raiser.
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
be friends with
: to have a friendship or friendly relationship with
friend
verb
friended; friending; friends
Definition of friend (Entry 2 of 2)
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The first known use of friend was before the 12th century
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