allies
Translation
allies, supporters, partners
Examples
They were our allies during the war.
They were our allies during the war.
He has many allies in the company.
He has many allies in the company.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) allies (sb.'s) partners or supporters They are our country's closest allies.
Similar Words
Synonyms: partners, confederates, supporters; Antonyms: enemies, opponents
Etymology
From Latin 'alligare' (to bind to). This is the plural form of 'ally'.
Memory Tips
This is the plural of 'ally' (y changes to -ies). Think 'all eyes' are on our allies for support.