n.
Pronunciation: ' frend
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English frend, from Old English fr ē ond; akin to Old High German friunt friend, Old English fr ē on to love, fr ē o free
Date: before 12th century
1 a : one attached to another by affection or esteem b : ACQUAINTANCE
2 a : one that is not hostile b : one that is of the same nation, party, or group
3 : one that favors or promotes something (as a charity)
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
– friend · less \ ' fren(d)-l ə s \ adjective
– friend · less · ness noun
– be friends with : to have a friendship or friendly relationship with