noun / verb
friend
FREND/frend/
A person with whom one has an amicable bond.
Two friends sit together on a park bench and chat easily.
Etymology
Old English frēond described someone held in personal affection and was historically a participial noun meaning 'one who loves.' Affection, rather than mere acquaintance, is thus central to the word.
In context
share your itinerary with a loved one whether it's a family member or a friend you want to make sure that someone at home knows where you are going
More examples
- I trust my closest friend with my secrets.
- Our library has a generous friend in Maya.
- I friended my old roommate online so we could stay in touch.
Forms
friend · friends · friended · friending
friendship noun — A bond of affection and trust.
befriend verb — To become or act as someone's friend.