I. ˈfren(d)-lē adjective
( 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 ˈfren(d)-lə-lē adverb
• friend·li·ness noun
II. adverb
Date: before 12th century
: in a friendly manner : amicably
III. noun
( plural friendlies )
Date: 1861
1. : one that is friendly ; especially : a native who is friendly to settlers or invaders
2. chiefly British : a match between sports teams and especially international teams that has no connection with league or championship play