befriend
/ˈbɛfrɛnd/Definitions
1. verb
to become a friend to someone or to make someone your friend; to form or strengthen a friendship.
“She befriended a lonely stranger at the party.”
2. transitive verb
to make someone a friend; to bring together in friendship.
“He tried to befriend his new coworker.”
3. noun
a person with whom you are friendly and who is a regular companion.
“Her befriend is going to help her move.”
4. verb
to make someone your friend or ally.
“The charity organization befriended the local community.”