Cornish word for mate; originated before the English language reached Cornwall, when it was used for a miner's workmate, as they commonly mined in twos.
North American, informal. Shorthand for "partner." Prevalent in rural Western and Southwestern dialects. Used with familiars and strangers to connote friendliness, approachableness.
Afternoon, pard. Helluva frog strangler out thar, ain't it?