Word of the Day: Buddy
The word “buddy” is similar to the word “friend”; however, a person who is a buddy is a very good friend. Men usually use this word, but some women use it also:
- Bill is a buddy of mine.
- He’s a good buddy.
- He’s one of my buds. (“Bud” is short for “buddy.”)
- We’re the best of buddies.
- I’m going out with some buddies tonight.
- Charles is a buddy of mine at work.
- Sam used to be a buddy. We’re no longer buddies because of something he said about my girlfriend.
Sometimes the word “buddy” is used sarcastically or in anger. In this case, the person referred to as a buddy is not a friend–just the opposite:
- Hey buddy, what do you think you’re doing?
- Okay, buddy, what’s your problem?
- Get lost, buddy boy.
Note: If you live in the United States, it’s common to hear a parent call his or her child “buddy.”
Essential English Dictionary
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