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Lending: meaning, definitions and examples

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lending

 

[ ˈlɛndɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

financial

The action of lending money; the act of granting a loan.

Synonyms

credit, financing, loaning

Examples of usage

  • The bank offers lending services to small businesses.
  • Peer-to-peer lending platforms have gained popularity in recent years.
Context #2 | Noun

library

The system or practice of lending books for a limited period of time.

Synonyms

book lending, circulation, loaning out

Examples of usage

  • The library has strict rules regarding lending periods for popular books.
  • Renewing a lending period may incur a fine.
Context #3 | Verb

financial

To grant a loan or credit.

Synonyms

advance, loan, provide credit

Examples of usage

  • The bank is willing to lend money to qualified applicants.
  • She decided to lend a helping hand to her friend in need.

Translations

Translations of the word "lending" in other languages:

🇵🇹 empréstimo

🇮🇳 उधार देना

🇩🇪 Verleihen

🇮🇩 peminjaman

🇺🇦 позика

🇵🇱 pożyczanie

🇯🇵 貸出

🇫🇷 prêt

🇪🇸 préstamo

🇹🇷 ödünç verme

🇰🇷 대출

🇸🇦 إقراض

🇨🇿 půjčování

🇸🇰 požičiavanie

🇨🇳 借贷

🇸🇮 posojanje

🇮🇸 lánveiting

🇰🇿 қарыз беру

🇬🇪 სესხება

🇦🇿 borc vermək

🇲🇽 préstamo

Word origin

The word 'lending' has its origin in the Old English word 'lǣnan' which meant 'to lend'. Over the centuries, the word evolved to its current form, retaining its core meaning of providing something temporarily. The concept of lending has played a crucial role in various aspects of human society, from financial transactions to knowledge sharing through libraries. The practice of lending continues to be an integral part of modern economies and social structures.

See also: lend, lender.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,918 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.