Friend Definition & Meaning
friend
- noun
- a person you know well and regard with affection and trust; "he was my best friend at the university"
- an associate who provides cooperation or assistance; "he's a good ally in fight"
- a person with whom you are acquainted; "I have trouble remembering the names of all my acquaintances"; "we are friends of the family"
- a person who backs a politician or a team etc.; "all their supporters came out for the game"; "they are friends of the library"
- a member of the Religious Society of Friends founded by George Fox (the Friends have never called themselves Quakers)
"Friend" in song lyrics
See how friend is used in real songs:
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"Take it hit it pass it to a friend"
11/5 — Garcia Vegas -
"And don't you try to shake my hand or be my friend"
2 Live Crew — Drop the Bomb -
"It's not a threat; it's a promise, my friend!"
2 Live Crew — Drop the Bomb
Words that rhyme with friend
Usage tips for "friend"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "friend" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for friend to find words that pair well.
Use "friend" in a verse
Now that you know what "friend" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does friend mean?
- a person you know well and regard with affection and trust; "he was my best friend at the university" an associate who provides cooperation or assistance; "he's a good ally in fight" a person with whom you are acquainted; "I have trouble remembering the names of all my acquaintances"; "we are friends of the family" a person who backs a politician or a team etc.; "all their supporters came out for the game
- What part of speech is friend?
- Friend is a noun.
- How many definitions does friend have?
- Friend has 5 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).