Familiar (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A spirit (usually in animal form) that acts as an assistant to a witch or wizard.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Synonyms

• Familiar Spirit

Hypernyms

• Disembodied Spirit

Meaning ²

A friend who is frequently in the company of another; "drinking companions"; "comrades in arms".

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Synonyms

• Companion
• Associate
• Comrade
• Fellow

Hypernyms

• Friend

Hyponyms

• Escort
• Tovarich
• Playfellow
• Playmate
• Date
• Tovarisch

Related Words

• Familiar (adjective)

Meaning ³

A person attached to the household of a high official (as a pope or bishop) who renders service in return for support.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Hypernyms

• Retainer