noun a close friend or companion
Used in a camaraderie sense among soldiers, as in 'Stick with your buddy and watch each other's backs'.
Used to refer to a teammate or partner, as in 'I'll be your running buddy for the marathon'.
Commonly used to refer to a pet, especially in phrases like 'my furry buddy' or 'my loyal buddy'.
Used to refer to a close friend or companion, as in 'Hey buddy, how's it going?'
In a professional setting, a writer may refer to a colleague or collaborator as their 'buddy' when discussing a project or assignment they are working on together.
A psychologist may use the term 'buddy' when referring to a client's support person or companion who accompanies them to therapy sessions or appointments.
Teachers may use 'buddy' to pair students together for activities or projects, such as a reading buddy program where students read to each other.
Police officers may use 'buddy' to refer to their partner or colleague while on duty, especially when coordinating tasks or responding to calls.
Doctors may use 'buddy' to refer to a fellow physician or medical professional with whom they work closely, such as a surgery buddy for assisting in operations.