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Crony

CRONY, n. [See Crone. But this word seems to carry the sense of fellowship; to join, to associate; whence its derivative, an associate.] An intimate companion; an associate; a familiar friend.
To oblige your crony Swift, bring our dame a new years gift.
Hence, an old crony is an intimate friend of long standing.
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Cronical Crony Cronycal

 

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