# Brody

/ˈbɹoʊdi/ (US) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/brody
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

a close friend, especially a male friend. You use this word in casual speech to show warmth and loyalty.

For teachers: a male friend with whom one shares a close bond of loyalty and trust. Informal register; widely used in spoken English and informal writing.

## Examples

- He is my best brody from college.
- I called my brody to help me move the heavy sofa into the new apartment.
- In moments of crisis, a true brody offers not just practical assistance but a steady presence that anchors the spirit against uncertainty.

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