English dictionary
loan
/l/oU/n/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the temporary provision of money (usually at interest)
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a word borrowed from another language; e.g. `blitz' is a German word borrowed into modern English
Synonyms loanwordSource: WordNet 3.0
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A loanin.
Source: webster1913
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The act of lending; a lending; permission to use; as, the <i>loan</i> of a book, money, services.
Source: webster1913
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To lend; -- sometimes with <i>out</i>.
Source: webster1913
verb
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give temporarily; let have for a limited time
ExamplesLoan me some money.
Source: WordNet 3.0