buddy

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈbʌd.i/

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Noun

Singular buddy

Plural buddys

1. (countable) A buddy is a friend or casual acquaintance.
   • Synonyms: bud, mate and friend
2. (countable) A buddy is a partner for an activity.
   • Synonyms: companion and partner
3. (countable) Buddy is an informal and friendly address to a stranger.
   • Synonyms: mate and fellow

Verb

Plain form buddy

Third-person singular buddies

Past tense buddied

Past participle buddied

Present participle buddying

1. If you buddy up with someone, you become their buddy (sense 1 or 2).