I've been politely and nicely informed (and I hope the member does not mind me starting this thread) that you guy's could "possibly" take it the wrong way when I use this word a lot. For example, you may think I'm being sarcastic etc.

So....just to let you know.

In Blighty, we tend to use the word often as a term of endearment. For example, it means the same as "mate" or "friend", or a way to show you like the person you're either talking or replying to.

Therefore guys, don't be offended if I call anyone "buddy" - it's not meant in any derogatory way, quite the opposite in fact......