old friend

The term "old friend" can refer to the duration of the friendship, the age of the friend, or a former close friend.

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Definition

B2General

(common)A person with whom one has had a long-standing relationship.

Example

I ran into an old friend from high school at the reunion.

B2Age

(common)A friend who is elderly.

Example

My old friend from the neighborhood is turning 80 next week.

B2General

(common)A former close friend with whom one has reconnected.

Example

We caught up like old friends, even though we hadn't seen each other in years.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "old friend":

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