a. [ AS. freéndlīce. ]
In friendly relations with his moderate opponents. Macaulay. [ 1913 Webster ]
On the first friendly bank he throws him down. Addison.
adv. In the manner of friends; amicably; like friends. [ Obs. ] Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
In whom all graces that can perfect beauty
Are friendly met. Beau. & Fl. [ 1913 Webster ]
n.
These were speedily routed by the friendlies, who attacked the small force before them in fine style. E. N. Bennett. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ]
n. (Mil.) Weapons fire{ 9 }, such as artillery or aerial bombardment, from one's own forces; -- used mostly when troops do damage or cause casualties among their own forces;