Meaning & use
friend
A person one knows well, trusts, and enjoys spending time with, apart from family or romantic partners.
See it in a sentence
She met her closest friend on the very first day of college.
He's more than a colleague; he's become a true friend over the years.
A note on using this word
As a verb in social media, 'friend' means to add someone to one's contacts list.
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