Solutions A close friend has 9 entries with similar clues
- broA nickname for one's male sibling or close friend
- pallyHaving a close friendly relationship
- familiarClose friend or companion
- intimateClose friend
- bromanceClose male friendship
- confidantClose friend
- confidentClose friend entrusted with secrets
- acquaintancePerson known but not a close friend
- as-thick-as-thievesVery close or friendly