Buddies - Crossword Clue, Answer and Explanation

I've seen this clue in the Universal, the King Feature Syndicate, the USA Today, the Newsday, The Star Tribune, the LA Times and The New York Times.

'buddies' is the definition.
(I know this)

This is all the clue.

(Other definitions for mates that I've seen before include "Friends among the ship's officers" , "Husbands, wives or pals" , "Partners or pals" , "Naval officers'" , "Pals or spouses" .)

I've seen this clue in the Universal, the Penny Press, the USA Today, the New York Times and The Sun.

(Other definitions for bosom that I've seen before include "5 [BUST]" , "Intimate" , "Female breasts" , "This friend is dear and close" , "Woman's breast" .)

I've seen this clue in the Universal, the Penny Press, the USA Today, the New York Times and The Sun.

'buddies' is the definition.
('chum' can be a synonym of 'buddy')

This is all the clue.

I've seen this clue in the Universal, the Penny Press, the USA Today, the New York Times and The Sun.