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usurer

/ˈjuːsərər/ noun · British & US
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noun

A person who lends money at exorbitant or oppressive rates of interest, or who engages in usury. A person who lends money at an interest rate that is considered excessive or unfair.

Example

"The usurer was accused of taking advantage of his clients' financial desperation."

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