Buddies
/ˈbʌdiz/
nounBeginnerCommonGeneral
Meaning
Question
Definitions
1
A close friend or companion.
/ˈbʌdiz/
nounpositiveBeginner
General
Close friends
My buddies and I went camping last weekend.
💡 Simply: A good friend.
More Examples
2
She's been buddies with him since college.
How It's Used
Informal Conversation
"I'm going to the game with my buddies."
From "buddy", ultimately from a likely alteration of "brother", reflecting a close friendship.
The term gained popularity in the early 20th century, initially associated with military slang.
Memory tip
Think of 'bud' as a short form of 'brother' or 'friend'.
Practice
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Usage
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