as a friend

another way of saying that a person is not sexually attractive.

"I'm really flattered, but I only like you as a friend."

by Carlo May 26, 2004

as a friend

Used to "soften the blow" when you're about to be frank with someone about their lesser qualities, or when giving advice they might not want to hear.

"I'm telling you as a friend: If you're going on a date, you should take her out to to a restaurant, because your cooking really stinks."

"I'm telling you as a friend, you really shouldn't be drinking that much! I'm worried about you!"

by olpe June 5, 2004

He’s just a friend

This is what goes will say to their boyfriend when they’re secretly fucking their black friend dequan

He’s just a friend- Guy: baby who is dequan and why did he text you last night @2:34am?
Girl: don’t worry “Hes just a friend” babe.

by CurlyJJ October 13, 2019

as a friend

Used to draw the "no sex/physical intimacy" boundaries. Generally used for people who have an agreeable personality but no sex appeal. A nice way of saying "I could never get on you."

I know we've been dating a lot, but I just like you as a friend.

by Laura May 26, 2004

She’s Just a Friend

What Adrien calls the love of his life (Marinette) but is too stupid to realize that he the love of his life which is Ladybug is Marinette and is right in front of him!

Plagg: You’re supposed to be in love with Ladybug and you DITCH Kagami to go after Marinette?
Adrien: Me, going after Marinette? No, SHE’S JUST A FRIEND.

by Ruby's BFF December 21, 2020

as a friend

Used by someone who opts out of offered intimacy when they don't fancy you.

"I'll go out for a drink with you but as a friend."

Should be countered with

"But couldn't I just shag you as a friend?"

by Smudger of B3ta May 31, 2004

I'm asking for a friend

A lie told on the internet in a futile attempt to lessen embarrassment after asking an embarrassing question.

"Is it weird to find anthropomorphic foxes sexy? I'm asking for a friend."

by The-Rizzmeister September 13, 2016