loans
word · lemma: loan
Definition
Money or something valuable that is given to someone temporarily that must be paid back, usually with interest. Commonly refers to money borrowed from a bank or another person.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to sums of money, especially with banks ('student loans', 'car loans'), and implies repayment with interest. The singular 'loan' can also mean the act of lending something temporarily, including non-money items.
Example Sentences
We took out two loans to start our business.
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I'm still paying off my student loans after all these years.
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Some people avoid loans because they don't want debt.
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Without loans, it would have been impossible to buy our house.
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Many students need loans to pay for college.
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The bank offers home loans at low interest rates.
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