Usually means: Very close, trusted friend always.
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  1. bosom buddy: Collins English Dictionary
  2. bosom buddy: Wiktionary

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  1. bosom buddy: Green’s Dictionary of Slang

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▸ noun:  (informal) A very close friend.

Similar:
bosom friend, goodbuddy, buddy, cut buddy, intimate, brother from another mother, cuddle buddy, amigo, best friend, boyfriend, more...

Opposite:
enemy, foe, rival, opponent, adversary

Phrases:
bosom friend buddy pal, more...

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Similar:
bosom friend, goodbuddy, buddy, cut buddy, intimate, brother from another mother, cuddle buddy, amigo, best friend, boyfriend, more...

Opposite:
enemy, foe, rival, opponent, adversary

Phrases:
bosom friend buddy pal, more...



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