Thought of the Day - 10/4/09

Friend
(frend)
n
1. one attached to another by affection or esteem
2. acquaintance, a favored companion
3. confidant

synonyms: acquaintance, ally, alter ego, associate, bosom buddy, buddy, chum, classmate, cohort, colleague, companion, compatriot, comrade, consort, cousin, crony, familiar, intimate, mate, pal, partner, pen pal, playmate, roommate, schoolmate, sidekick, soul mate, spare, well-wisher.