amies
|a-mies|
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/ˈæmiz/
(amie)
female friend
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amie' originates from French, specifically the word 'amie', where 'ami' meant 'friend'.
Historical Evolution
'amie' was borrowed directly from French into English, retaining its original meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'female friend' in French, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'amie', meaning female friends in French.
She spent the weekend with her amies in Paris.
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Last updated: 2025/07/15 01:51