friend·ly
ˈfren(d)-lē
friendlier; friendliest
1
: of, relating to, or befitting a friend: such as
a
: showing kindly interest and goodwill
friendly neighbors
b
: not hostile
a friendly merger offer
also
: involving or coming from actions of one's own forces
friendly fire
c
: cheerful, comforting
the friendly glow of the fire
2
: serving a beneficial or helpful purpose
A friendly breeze finally drove the boat into harbor.
3
a
: easy to use or understand
friendly computer software
—often used in combinationa reader-friendly layout
b
: designed or intended to accommodate particular needs, users, etc.
—usually used in combination
a kid-friendly restaurant
… providing a more business-friendly and professional environment …—Matt Miller
see also user-friendly
4
: not causing or likely to cause harm
environmentally friendly packaging [=packaging that does not damage the environment]
—often used in combinationan eco-friendly vehicle
plural friendlies
1
: one that is friendly
especially
: a native who is friendly to settlers or invaders
2
chiefly British
: a match between sports teams and especially international teams that has no connection with league or championship play
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