moneylender
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for moneylender, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person or business that lends money and charges interest, often operating outside mainstream banks.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
A compound of "money" and "lender."
Full origin of moneylender →Frequently asked questions
What does “moneylender” mean?
The word “moneylender” means a person or business that lends money and charges interest, often operating outside mainstream banks. In plain terms, someone who lends money for profit, typically at interest.
How do you use “moneylender” in a sentence?
Here is “moneylender” used in a sentence: “Desperate for cash, he borrowed from a local moneylender at a steep rate.”
What part of speech is “moneylender”?
“Moneylender” is a noun.