Friends or companions in a casual context.

Fellow sailors on a ship.

Colleagues sharing similar interests or activities.

Informal term for comrades in adventure.

Playful reference to buddies or pals among peers.

To pair or join together.

To establish a close bond.

To couple for reproduction purposes.

To form an alliance or partnership.

To connect intimately with another individual.

To unite in friendship or camaraderie.

To engage romantically with someone special.

To share companionship and mutual support.