Word
buddy
Meanings
a friend, especially someone you spend time with or feel close to
a person paired with another for an activity, support, or safety
a way to address someone informally, sometimes with irritation or sarcasm
Definition
A buddy is a friend you know well and feel comfortable with.
A buddy is an informal word for a friend, often someone you spend time with regularly or rely on for support. It can describe a close friend, a teammate, or a partner for an activity. People also use it to address someone in a friendly (and sometimes slightly sarcastic) way.
Examples
- My buddy from university still calls me whenever he visits the city.
- Her buddy kept her calm during the presentation by quietly signaling the next slide.
- Their buddy at the climbing gym double-checked the knots before they started the route.
- I ran into my buddy at the airport, and we ended up talking until our flights boarded.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes use "buddy" in formal writing where "friend" or "colleague" would be more appropriate.
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