palsy-walsy

/ˌˈpælzi ˌwælzi/
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Definitions of palsy-walsy
  1. adjective
    (used colloquially) having the relationship of friends or pals
    synonyms: chummy, matey, pally
    friendly
    characteristic of or befitting a friend
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