buddy
Translation
mate, pal, chum
Examples
He's my best buddy.
He's my best mate.
Hey buddy, can you help me?
Hey mate, can you help me?
Grammar Patterns
((sb.))'s buddy (someone's) friend He is my workout buddy.
buddy system a cooperative arrangement The kids used the buddy system at the pool.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mate, pal, chum; Antonyms: enemy, foe
Etymology
Possibly a nursery form of 'brother', used to mean a close friend.
Memory Tips
Sounds a bit like 'body'. Your buddy is someone who is always by your side (next to your body).