Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cement-a-friendship

verb phrase
/sɪˈmɛnt ə ˌfrɛndˈʃɪp/
Definition
To establish or strengthen a friendship.
Examples
  • They decided to go on a trip together to cement their friendship.
  • Sharing experiences can really help to cement a friendship.
  • Volunteering at the same charity helped them cement their friendship further.
Meaning
The term refers to the act of making a friendship more solid or enduring, similar to how cement binds materials together.
Synonyms
  • strengthen a friendship
  • solidify a friendship
  • forge a friendship
  • deepen a friendship