friend; companion; acquaintance
A somewhat formal noun for people one associates with as friends or acquaintances. Often suggests a circle of contacts rather than one close friend.
He has many friends and acquaintances overseas.
friendship; companionship; social relations
Refers to friendship, companionship, or the state/range of one's social relationships. Very common in compounds and phrases such as 交友関係 and 交友を深める.
See also: 交遊
She has had a wide circle of friends since her student days.
The two deepened their friendship while studying abroad.
I deepened my friendship with him while studying abroad.
He has had a long-standing friendship with that author.
He cut off his old friendships and started a new life.
She has a wide circle of friends and knows people in many industries.