Pronunciation: ' fren(d)-l ē
Function: adjective
Inflected Form: friend · li · er ; -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 \ ' fren(d)-l ə -l ē \ adverb
– friend · li · ness noun