friend of ours
English
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Noun
[edit]friend of ours (plural friends of ours)
- (US, Mafia, slang) A member of the Mafia in another town or district, but not a direct rival.
- Coordinate term: friend of mine
Usage notes
[edit]- Used to indicate a certain level of trust, enough that criminal business can be discussed.