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Pally

//ˈpali// adj, noun, slang

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Like a pal; friendly.

    "The O′Briens are the palliest of pals with the Prince of Wales and when HRH is in Biarritz he and Jay are inseparable."

Adjective
  1. 1
    (used colloquially) having the relationship of friends or pals wordnet
Noun
  1. 1
    An affectionate term of address. US

    "‘Sit here, pally.’ He pushed me down."

  2. 2
    A paladin. slang
  3. 3
    A Palestinian. colloquial, derogatory, offensive
  4. 4
    A slightly derogatory and insulting term of address. Australia, US

    "What do you think you are doing, pally?"

Etymology

Etymology 1

From pal + -y (adjectival suffix). Piecewise doublet of friary.

Etymology 2

From pal + -y (diminutive suffix).

Etymology 3

Clipping of paladin + -y (diminutive suffix).

Etymology 4

Shortened form with diminutive suffix -y.

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