English dictionary

usury

/'/j//u//Z//@/r/i/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

an exorbitant or unlawful rate of interest

noun.possession

Synonyms vigorish

Source: WordNet 3.0
the act of lending money at an exorbitant rate of interest

noun.act

Source: WordNet 3.0
A premium or increase paid, or stipulated to be paid, for a loan, as of money; interest.

noun

Source: webster1913