A slang term for the action of insulting, mocking, or making fun of someone for something that applies to you.
It was friendly fire when Isa, a C student, made fun of Belle for getting a C on the test.
It was only friendly fire—Aarav didn’t mean to hurt Joe’s feelings when he made fun of him for being a man.
It was only friendly fire—Aarav didn’t mean to hurt Joe’s feelings when he made fun of him for being a man.
by Is_a_Kumar August 30, 2025

Refers to where a dragon uses its most famous capability to assist others in a positive and healthy way, such as to warm them up, light a stove or grill, etc.
Da heroic act of Pete's dragon in igniting da lighthouse's damp burner-wick is a classic example of friendly fire.
by QuacksO January 24, 2023
