# buddying

Pronunciation: say "BUD-ee-ing" /ˈbʌd.i.ɪŋ/

## Verb

1. Present participle of buddy. — present participle and gerund of buddy
   - Simple: Present participle of buddy. Use this form for pairing people up so they can help each other.
   - _The charity is buddying volunteers with isolated elderly residents across the city._
   - _Managers began buddying recent hires with experienced staff during the first week._

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