friend — a person you know well and like, who is not a family member
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person you know well and like, who is not a family member
Pronunciation (IPA): /frend/
Example Sentences
- My friend ate my homework... literally. He's a goat.
- A true friend is someone who thinks you're a good egg even though you're slightly cracked.
- I've known my best friend since we were kids.
friend
NOUN[/frend/]
a person you know well and like, who is not a family member
a person you know well and like, who is not a family member
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'friend' derives from Old English 'frēond', which evolved from a Germanic root meaning 'to love'. Originally, it denoted 'a loved one' or 'a person who is loved', reflecting the affective bond at the heart of friendship.
Breakdown
frēond (loved one) derives from the Germanic root frēogan (to love), with the -d suffix forming the past participle meaning 'beloved' or 'one who is loved'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My friend ate my homework... literally. He's a goat.”
“A true friend is someone who thinks you're a good egg even though you're slightly cracked.”
“I've known my best friend since we were kids.”
“She helped me when I was in trouble. That's what friends are for.”
“Friends don't let friends text their ex at 2 AM.”
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