What does Frenemies mean?

Friend-enemies (Fake friends) For example: "We're basically frenemies. (We're essentially fake friends.)"

Where does the slang word Frenemies come from?

Frenemies is a slang term from Namibia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Namibia and across Africa.

Frenemies

🇳🇦 Namibia Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Frenemies definition 1

Friend-enemies (Fake friends)

"We're basically frenemies. (We're essentially fake friends.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇳🇦 Namibia
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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