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moneylender

/ˈmʌnɪˌlɛndər/ noun · British & US
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What does moneylender mean?

noun

A person who lends money, especially at high interest rates. A person who lends money, especially at high rates of interest, often in a way that is considered unfair or exploitative.

Example

"The moneylender charged exorbitant interest rates on his loans."

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