amigo

n., pl., -gos.
A friend.

[Spanish, from Latin amīcus.]

(uh-MEE-goh)

noun
A friend.

Etymology
From Spanish amigo (friend), from Latin (amicus)

A few other words that share the same root as today's word are: amicable, amity, and enemy (in: not + amicus).

Usage
"Holiday time is here, and this is when I gravitate to comfort wines... So I seek out some trusted American amigos, old vines Zinfandel and petite sirah." — Ken Collura; Holiday Table Unites Comfort Wines And Foods; Richmond Times-Dispatch; Nov 26, 2003.

"It looks like our old amigo could be headed to the Pittsburgh Pirates." — Jim Salisbury; Phils Want a Pitcher - at the Right Price; Philadelphia News; Nov 14, 2003.

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noun

A person whom one knows well, likes, and trusts: brother, chum, confidant, confidante, familiar, friend, intimate, mate, pal. Informal bud, buddy. Slang sidekick. See love/hatred.

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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: (Spanish) a friend or comrade

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