friendly

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈfɹɛndli/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

A game which is of no consequence in terms of ranking, betting etc.

Example Sentences
  • This match is merely a friendly, so don't worry too much about it.
2 Definition

A person or entity on the same side in a conflict.

Adjective
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

Generally warm, approachable and easy to relate with in character.

Example Sentences
  • Your cat seems very friendly.
2 Definition

Inviting, characteristic of friendliness.

Example Sentences
  • He gave a friendly smile.
3 Definition

Having an easy or accepting relationship with something.

Example Sentences
  • a dog-friendly café
4 Definition

Without any hostility.

Example Sentences
  • a friendly competition
5 Definition

Promoting the good of any person; favourable; propitious.

Example Sentences
  • a friendly breeze or gale
6 Definition

Of or pertaining to friendlies (friendly noun sense 2, below). Also applied to other bipolar confrontations, such as team sports

Example Sentences
  • The soldier was killed by friendly fire.
7 Definition

Being or relating to two or more natural numbers with a common abundancy.

Example Sentences
  • friendly
8 Definition

(in compounds) Compatible with, or not damaging to (the compounded noun).

Example Sentences
  • Organic farms only use soil-friendly fertilisers.
Adverb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

In a friendly manner, like a friend.