pal

pal · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    (informal) A friend.

  2. 2.

    To become friends or associate with someone.

Forms

plural: pals

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    pal around — to spend time together as friends
  • •
    pen pal — a person with whom one corresponds by letter

Related words

Antonyms: enemy, foe
See also: buddy, friend, mate, pals
Synonyms: buddy, chum, friend, mate

Etymology

From Romani phal ("brother, friend"), from Sanskrit bhratar ("brother").