allies

plural noun
UK /ˈælaɪz/
US /ˈælaɪz/

Allies are friends who help and support each other.

The two countries became allies during the war.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Countries that fight together on the same side in a war.

The Allies worked together to win the battle.

3. People who join together to help a group or cause.

She and her allies started a club to clean the park.

4. The act of joining with someone to give support.

Their allies in the community helped them raise money.