Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A person with whom you have a bond of mutual affection, usually not related to you
Friend
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Examples:
My friend is nice.She called her friend to meet for coffee.
Etymology:
The word friend comes from the Old English frēond, which means someone who loves or is affectionate. It has Germanic roots, linked to the word freo, meaning free, indicating a relationship chosen freely.
Usage Statistics:
427 mentions per 1 million words 
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
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