Buddies - Crossword Clue, Answer and Explanation

I've seen this clue in The Star Tribune, the King Feature Syndicate, The New York Times, the USA Today, the LA Times, the Universal and the Newsday.

'buddies' is the definition. (I know this) This is all the clue.

(Other definitions for mates that I've seen before include "Friends among the ship's officers" , "Husbands, wives or pals" , "Partners or pals" , "Naval officers'" , "Pals or spouses" .)

I've seen this clue in the Penny Press, the USA Today, the New York Times, the Universal and The Sun.

(Other definitions for bosom that I've seen before include "5 [BUST]" , "Intimate" , "Female breasts" , "This friend is dear and close" , "Woman's breast" .)

I've seen this clue in the Penny Press, the USA Today, the New York Times, the Universal and The Sun.

'buddies' is the definition. ('chum' can be a synonym of 'buddy') This is all the clue.

I've seen this clue in the Penny Press, the USA Today, the New York Times, the Universal and The Sun.

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