noun
loaner
LOHN
Loaner (noun) means a person or organization that lends money or property. Example: “The credit union is a popular loaner for small businesses in town.”
noun
1
A person or organization that lends money or property.
"The credit union is a popular loaner for small businesses in town."
2
Something, especially a vehicle, given to someone temporarily as a replacement.
"The garage gave me a loaner car while mine was being repaired."
How to use loaner
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither a lender, or a temporary replacement item (most often a car) given while yours is unavailable.
Common pairings
a loaner car
loaner vehicle
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Word forms
- Plural
- loaners
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Etymology
Formed from loan + the agent suffix -er.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for loaner
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What does “loaner” mean?
The word “loaner” means a person or organization that lends money or property. In plain terms, either a lender, or a temporary replacement item (most often a car) given while yours is unavailable.
How do you pronounce “loaner”?
“Loaner” is pronounced LOHN (/ˈloʊnɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “loaner” in a sentence?
Here is “loaner” used in a sentence: “The credit union is a popular loaner for small businesses in town.”
What part of speech is “loaner”?
“Loaner” is a noun.
How many meanings does “loaner” have?
“Loaner” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person or organization that lends money or property.
